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I am taking ibuprofen to treat pericarditis, but now it seems i have strep throat. can i take ibuprofen and antibiotics at the same time?
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YES: You can take Ibuprofen and antibiotics at the same time if necessary.
Answered 12/20/2015
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Antibiotics: Yes, you can take antibiotics and Ibuprofen at the same time. In fact, for many patients with infections, physicians recommend taking ibuprofen during the illness to help with fever, pain and swelling.
Answered 12/9/2015
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