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What dosage of ibuprofen is generally prescribed for sciatica?

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Dr. Ron Jones answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

800mg 3-x daily: Ibuprophen sounds benign, but adverse problems increase with higher dosage. Do no take this dosage even a sort period of time without your doc being aware.

Answered 2/8/2017

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This depends on your: Age and weight as well as what other medications you take, what allergies you have, what underlying medical issues you may have in terms of ulcer or reflux history, liver or kidney impairment/disease. If no issues, 400 to 800 mg every eigth hours with food.

Answered 12/29/2018

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Radicular Pain: Anti-inflammatories like Ibuprofen may help with sciatica pain. Usually prescribed doses are 600-800mg of Ibuprofen every 6-8hrs. However if you are not feeling better after 1-2 weeks, you may need to see a doctor to evaluate for stronger medications, physical therapy or further evaluation by a spine specialist.

Answered 12/19/2018

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