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I have shingles (went to doc, confirmed) and have been taking advil every day. will i get sick from too much advil long-term?
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Not likely: You will likely not need to take Advil for than two weeks. That much will not do harm, as long as you do not exceed the daily recommended dose. Wish you good health!
Answered 10/24/2017
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Shingles pain.: If you only need it for a week or so, which would be the hopeful situation with shingles, then you should suffer no ill effects in the long term. Trouble may arise should you take Advil every day for several weeks to months.
Answered 11/20/2016
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Long term use of: ibuprofen and other over-the-counter Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (also known as NSAIDS) can lead to gastritis, erosions of the esophageal wall due to acid reflux, stomach ulcers, kidney failure, cardiovascular disease, stroke and bone mineral loss. Do not use these medications for more than 1-2 weeks at a time. You may use topicals such as capsaicin cream or lidocaine ointment for help
Answered 11/20/2016
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