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Can it be harmful to take ibuprofen (prescribed) for your inflamed vocal cords when i have to cough a lot ?

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Dr. Ralph Kingsford answered

Not harmful: Make sure you take it with food.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 12/3/2015

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