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How many hours apart do i have to wait if 10 year old daughter took nyquil and now i want to give her ibuprofen?

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Dr. Gloria Lopez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

2 hours: Nyquil contains Acetaminophen (generic tylenol), if you need to give Ibuprofen because of fever or pain, you need to wait at least 2hours.

Answered 10/23/2015

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