Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Asked 4 months ago

How long after excedrin migraine can i take ibuprofen?

I took Excedrin Migraine a few hours ago for a severe headache, but it hasn't completely gone away. I have some ibuprofen at home too. How much time should I leave between taking Excedrin Migraine and then taking ibuprofen?

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Rajeev Kumar Rajeev Kumar Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Please keep a gap of at least 8 hours. Taking too many medications can also impact your kidney function and blood sugar management, so always check with your doctor first.

Sneha Roy Sneha Roy Joined May 2026 4 months ago

You should wait at least 6 to 8 hours before taking ibuprofen. I also get terrible migraines, but stacking different painkillers too close together can really hurt your stomach, so please be careful.

Karthik Subramanian Karthik Subramanian Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My family usually suggests rubbing balm, but for strong medicines like Excedrin and Ibuprofen, a 6 to 8-hour gap is required. Always follow what your doctor recommends for your specific health.

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Rohan Nair Rohan Nair Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Bro, wait at least 6 to 8 hours. Taking them back-to-back will totally mess up your stomach lining, so don't risk it just to cure a headache quickly.

Savita Deshmukh Savita Deshmukh Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Keep a gap of at least 8 hours to protect your inner organs. Practicing gentle deep breathing in a quiet, dark room can also help relieve the migraine pressure naturally.

Kriti Sharma Kriti Sharma Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I always get so scared of taking these medicines too close. Is a 6-hour gap really safe, or should I wait longer to be absolutely sure nothing bad happens to my stomach?

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Meera Patel Meera Patel Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

I think a gap of 6 to 8 hours is recommended since both are strong drugs. I deal with severe hormonal migraines due to PCOS, but I always consult my doctor before mixing any pain relievers.

Aditya Sen Aditya Sen Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I once took them only 3 hours apart and panicked thinking I poisoned myself, but nothing happened. However, my doctor later told me a safe gap is definitely 6 to 8 hours.

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