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I took advil (ibuprofen) almost 4 hours ago, can i take alive now?

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Anti inflammatory.: Yes you may take aleve, (naproxen) but do not have this as a habit to avid irritation to stomach and other side effects.

Answered 10/5/2015

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Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes. : Advil (ibuprofen) an be taken every 4 to 8 hours with food.

Answered 10/5/2015

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