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I've been taking ibuprofen & paracetamol to get of my cold to go?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Time: It sounds like you're taking Ibuprofen & paracetamol to get rid of your cold. Unfortunately, only time will help you get rid of your cold. And if cough is involved, average duration is 18 days so you'll need to be patient. As far as your drugs of choice, Ibuprofen is an NSAID & can be harsh on your stomach & kidneys. It is safe to take w/paracetamol which is harsh on liver.
Answered 1/21/2020
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