Ananya Das Ananya Das Asked 6 months ago

Can you take ibuprofen and excedrin migraine together?

This migraine is really bothering me today, bahut zyada pain hai. I already took an Ibuprofen a few hours ago, but it's still not helping much. I have some Excedrin Migraine at home too, so I'm wondering if I can take that now, or will it be too much?

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Sangeeta Roy Sangeeta Roy Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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Please do not do this. I took ibuprofen and another painkiller together for a severe headache once, and it caused terrible stomach lining irritation and bleeding. Go see a doctor rather than mixing NSAIDs like this.

Ramesh Chawla Ramesh Chawla Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

My stomach is burning just reading this question! Excedrin already has aspirin in it, so adding ibuprofen is basically double-dosing on painkillers. Unless you want an ulcer for dinner, stick to just one or ask your doctor.

Anjali Patil Anjali Patil Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Taking both can be very harsh on your digestive system. I used to rely on these heavy medicines for migraines, but slowly found relief by practicing daily pranayama and keeping myself hydrated. Try to avoid mixing such strong tablets.

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Amit Goel Amit Goel Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

It is not recommended to take ibuprofen and Excedrin Migraine together. Both contain NSAIDs (ibuprofen and the aspirin in Excedrin), which increases the risk of gastrointestinal issues and kidney strain. Consult your doctor for a safer pain management plan.

Rohan Das Rohan Das Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Man, that combination will absolutely destroy your stomach before you can even enjoy a good meal! Never take these together on an empty stomach. If you really have to, ask a doc first and make sure you eat something light.

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Aishwarya Nair Aishwarya Nair Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Hey, I get how desperate you feel when a migraine hits, but please don't mix these two. I used to do this and it only gave me bad acidity along with the headache. Try a cold compress and plain paracetamol after checking with your doctor.

Kiran Bala Kiran Bala Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Beta, please keep them separate. Mixing different types of painkillers like ibuprofen and Excedrin can harm your stomach and liver. If one tablet is not relieving your migraine, you need a doctor to prescribe proper migraine-specific medication.

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