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I have been prescribed prednisone 40 mg for 5 days and a zpak for brinchitis. can i take advil (ibuprofen) for aches?and should the prednisone be tapered?

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Bronchitis: yes you can take Advil (ibuprofen) at recommended dosages. Prednisone does not need to be tapered for this short of a course.

Answered 12/9/2020

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Prednisone: agree with Ibuprophen . for tapering the prednisone check with your doctor

Answered 12/7/2019

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