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A member asked:

I have strep throat and the doctor prescribed me amoxicillin , is it safe to take advil (ibuprofen) at the same time for the pain?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes: It's fine.

Dr Ferguson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/29/2022

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Yes!: Advil or tylenol (acetaminophen) would be perfectly appropriate to help your pain . They will not interfere with the amoxil. Salt water gargles and cholaseptic spray will also help. Lots of warm liquids.

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/6/2018

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