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A member asked:

Hi can i take tylenol (acetaminophen) for a 102.5 high fever if i am breastfeeding?

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YES: no more than 325mg 2 tab every 4-6 hrs.

Dr Cannon agreed

Answered 9/1/2014

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Dr. Steve Choi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Both tylenol (acetaminophen) and ibuprofen are safe with breastfeeding.

Answered 9/27/2015

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