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Took advil (ibuprofen) wout water. felt stuck right away. burping/pain in chest now when swallowing 8 hours later. pill esophagitis? how long to heal? when should i consult dr? no breathing problems etc?

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Swallowing pills: Advil (ibuprofen) and other otc meds are designed to be swallowed with liquid, and dissolved in the stomach and small intestine. Taking them without water in a high acid environment, ie your esophagus can cause irritation and possbly ulcerations. I would take 2 TBS of liquid anti acid for immediate relief, to help heal the area in your esophagus. Talk to your health care provider for further evaluation.

Answered 6/28/2014

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Check it out: Would get evaluated to be sure not getting hole in esophagus

Answered 6/29/2014

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