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Hi, i have a headache it is ok to take ibuprofen 800 mg (ip 466) or is it dangerous ? thank you

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Dr. Anthony Filly answered

Specializes in Radiology

See below : 800 mg of Ibuprofen is the prescription dose. It is generally prescribed every 8 hrs. There are some contraindications and risks but in general it is a safe medications.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/22/2016

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