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Is it okay to take medication for a headache while fasting for blood tests?

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Dr. Sidney Vinson answered

Yes: Few blood tests require fasting. Those that do would not be affected by the use of tylenol (acetaminophen) or NSAID type pain relievers such as ibuprofen.

Answered 12/17/2020

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Generally yes: Taking Aspirin would affect platelet function and if you were having a test for bleeding disorders, you should avoid pain medication other than tylenol (acetaminophen).

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 10/27/2016

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A member asked:

Is it okay to take medication for a headache while fasting for blood tests?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Sidney Vinson answered

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

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