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I've just learned about stevens john syndrome could i get from taking advil (ibuprofen) i've taken it for years i need to take nystatin but afraid to react to it ?

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

Very rare to get: Stevens-Johnson syndrome. I am fairly certain you would be safe to take advil (ibuprofen) or nystatin. Talk to your Dr about it.

Answered 5/12/2016

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A member asked:

I've just learned about stevens john syndrome could i get from taking advil (ibuprofen) i've taken it for years i need to take nystatin but afraid to react to it ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

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