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I have headaches. how much advil (ibuprofen) can i take a day?
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.: If continious headache or severe headache or for a long time consult physician. Usually you can take ibuprofen/advil once every 6 hours. You can also alternate with tylenol/ acetaminophen. (one every 4 hours).
Answered 9/12/2014
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