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I am trying to get pregnant but i took two pills of ibuprofen 800mg during my period. will this affect my chances of getting a miscarriage or getting pregnant? should i wait to try next month?

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Dr. Barbara Coulter-Smith answered

No: Ibuprofen may inhibit ovulation if taken midcycle and hence decrease pregnancy rates but not typically if taken during menses.

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. Vanita Patel answered

No: No, that shouldn't affect your chances of getting pregnant or increase your risk of miscarriage.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 7/28/2015

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A member asked:

I am trying to get pregnant but i took two pills of ibuprofen 800mg during my period. will this affect my chances of getting a miscarriage or getting pregnant? should i wait to try next month?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Barbara Coulter-Smith answered

Dr. Vanita Patel answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

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