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Is it okay for me to take nsaid s like naproxen or aspirin i take acetaminophen tylenol and i am allergic to ibuprofen my father claims he is allergic?

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See below: If you are allergic to ibuprofen, then you should not take the other nsaids.

Dr Williams agreed

Answered 1/27/2014

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Dr. Brian Novick answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: Many people allergic to Ibuprofen are also allergic to Aspirin and naproxen. See an allergist to decide.

Dr Williams and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/25/2015

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