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A member asked:

Is it safe to ibuprofen for a headache while at the same time taking nitrofurantoin mono?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. William Newton answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes: These medications can be taken together.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 2/26/2016

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

YES!: You can take both without issue!

Answered 10/24/2017

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