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I have a pill stuck in my throat, it is an ibuprofen 800 mg. every time i try to swallow it gets stuck. what should i do?
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Diff. 2 swallow pill: Soem people have a problem with pills. Try children's liquid prep. In equivalent adult dosage. When u are sick you dont want additional pain!
Answered 3/26/2013
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