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Is 800 mg per dose of ibuprofen too much for an adult weighing 150 lbs to reduce swelling and inflammation?
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∙ 13y ago
I think the reccommended dose is 1 200mg tablet of ibuprofen for every 60 pounds of body weight so a person weighing 150 pounds should take 3 Ibuprofen. If the pain is severe maybe 800mg every 6 hours for a few days, but no more than a few days then consult with a licensed FNP or DO.
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∙ 13y ago
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