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I had 1 alleve at noon. second is supposed to be 8 pm. can i take 2 advil (ibuprofen) now? 200 mg : back pain. i'm 36 yo female. good health normal blood pressure

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Better to take a 3rd: It is better not to mix these drugs which are called NSAIDs - non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. If necessary if your health allows you can take a 3rd alive. You need to discuss this with your physicians to be certain ti is OK with your total health picture.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 3/23/2015

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