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I have an ankle contusion and im in pain what can i do im already in a boot?
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You can take Ibuprofen or Motrin or Advil ... OTC 200 mg x 2 or 3 tablets every 6 hours as needed with full stomach for a couple days.
Answered 8/18/2021
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