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Do you know the highest dose of ibuprofen a person can take at one time?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Healthy adult?: Normal size? In that case, maximum daily dose is 2400mg. "prescription strength ibuprofen" is usually 800mg every 8hrs or 600mg every 6hrs (both =2400mg). Should not be done for more than a few days ideally, and in consultation with your dr.

Answered 11/9/2016

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