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Can you take excedrin and advil (ibuprofen) together for sever headache ?!

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Pain killers: You can take both painkillers, but you may end up with an upset stomach.

Answered 5/13/2018

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Yes both: Recent research suggests that taking lower doses of both medications can work synergistically.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 2/4/2018

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