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It seems when i injure my self i do it good but not good enough to go to dr i dropped a cart on my akeeles tenden today i took 1000 mg ibup is that ok?

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Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen dose for mild pain is 400 mg every 4-6 hours as needed. Dose for anti-inflammatory use is 800 mg every 6 hours. Take the lowest effective dose. Max dose is 2400 mg/day.

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 2/2/2016

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