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I took 3 200mg aleve (naproxen) this morning. it has been 12 hours and i'm wondering if i can now take 3 advil? horrible head cold pain

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes, you can: Bad headache always represents a particular diagnostic challenge. See your doctor or a headache specialist for evaluation, diagnosis and proper treatment. Take care.

Answered 11/3/2015

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