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I have had a total nail avulsion and my doctor is unavailable for pain med refill. help?
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NSAIDS: Try over the counter anti inflammatory medications such as advil (ibuprofen) (assuming you don't have take any blood thinners or have an ulcer. You can take 4 advil (ibuprofen) 3 times a day with food. This is the prescription dosing. These injuries can be very sensitive for 4-6 weeks.
Answered 11/2/2012
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