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My dr told me to take 800mg of advil (ibuprofen) every 6 hours for my period starting the day before it starts through the whole period seems like a lot? harmful?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

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Prescription : Max of advil (ibuprofen) is 800mg every 8 hours . I agree with starting 1-2 days prior to the period and continuing til the cramps stop. Soaking in a hot tub helps too.

Dr Peltan agreed

Answered 6/11/2014

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A member asked:

My dr told me to take 800mg of advil (ibuprofen) every 6 hours for my period starting the day before it starts through the whole period seems like a lot? harmful?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Dr Peltan agreed

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