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Can i take ibuprofen if i have hypertension? is ibuprofen safe to take if someone has hypertension or should they be taking something else?
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Depends: For short term use its fine. On a more chronic basis no. It should also be used at the lowest effective dose and for the shortest amount of time thats effective. Alternate with tylenol (acetaminophen) or tramadol if chronic pain relief is needed.
Answered 5/1/2015
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