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Is advil (ibuprofen) a blood thinner?
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Blood thinner: Yes Advil (ibuprofen) has a blood thinning effect due to it's effect on one's blood platelets. This is why Advil (ibuprofen) and other similar drugs are contraindicated before surgical procedures.
Answered 6/15/2017
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A weak one: Advil and other drugs such as Motrin or Aleve (naproxen) affect the platelet function and interfere with clotting as a result. Aspirin is a stronger blood thinner but when blood thinning treatment is required advil etc are not strong enough.
Answered 3/16/2019
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Ibuprofen : Ibuprofen is a weak platelet inhibitor. It can be associated with bleeding.
Answered 6/25/2014
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