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I had 3 drinks today and took advil (ibuprofen)..i read on the internet afterwards u shouldn't mix..is this true? did i poison myself?
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No: It is not wise to take medications with alcoholic drinks.
Answered 5/3/2014
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Not poison, but...: The combination of alcohol and advil (ibuprofen) ( or other non steroidal anti inflammatory drug nsaid) can be very irritating to the stomach lining. Repeated exposures can lead to an ulcer.
Answered 5/3/2014
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