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A member asked:
I am taking sulfa 800 mg trimethoprim 160 mg and i have a bad headache as a side effect. can i take a motrin 800 for this?
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Motrin: lbuprofen is a mild non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent and yes, it can be used as you suggested. Hope you are better soon.
Answered 9/25/2014
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