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Can i take ibuprofen and alka seltzer interchangeably for pain and fever? i have walking pneumonia. if yes, how many hours in between dozes?
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Acetaminophen: Would suggest alternating Acetaminophen 500 mg with Ibuprofen 600 mg every 3h. Total max doses per day 2g for Acetaminophen, 2400 mg for Ibuprofen. Antibiotics should be taken as prescribed.
Answered 3/26/2015
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