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I am taking 1200mg dapro once a day for shoulder pain. i have menstrul cramps can i also take advil (ibuprofen)?
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No: Once you are one anti-inflammatory drug, it's best not to mix it with another in the same class. I'd try some tylenol (acetaminophen) instead.
Answered 5/24/2017
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No: Never use two different nsaids together.
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