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I have sore throat but test negative for strep. my doctor prescribed 800mg advil (ibuprofen)? is it okay if i take it every 4 hrs
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No: 800 mg of Advil (ibuprofen) can be taken a total of 4 times during a day to equal a max of 3,200mg for an adult.
Answered 10/18/2014
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