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What Are The Repercussions Of Accidental Extra Dosage Of Ibuprofen?

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Question : I accidentally took 6 200milagram pills of ibuprofen. Is this dangerous, and if so, what should I do?
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Answered by Dr. Ashwini Kolur (34 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
observe for any adverse effect

Detailed Answer:
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Welcome.
I have gone through your query.

I understand why you are concerned. while 1200mg is a large dose of ibuprofen, it is not deadly. it may cause you some stomach irritation. avoid taking any other over the counter pain medication, especially products with aspirin in them for the next 24 hours.

I would suggest you to keep watch on certain side effect, which is seen with overdose like Bluish lips or skin, difficulty sleeping, disorientation, dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly. In case you experience any of these I would suggest you to see doctor.

This provisional advice provided by me is based entirely on the input provided to me. I would suggest examination by the doctor.

I hope this suggestion might be of some help to you.
Take care.
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What Are The Repercussions Of Accidental Extra Dosage Of Ibuprofen?

Brief Answer: observe for any adverse effect Detailed Answer: Hi Welcome. I have gone through your query. I understand why you are concerned. while 1200mg is a large dose of ibuprofen, it is not deadly. it may cause you some stomach irritation. avoid taking any other over the counter pain medication, especially products with aspirin in them for the next 24 hours. I would suggest you to keep watch on certain side effect, which is seen with overdose like Bluish lips or skin, difficulty sleeping, disorientation, dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly. In case you experience any of these I would suggest you to see doctor. This provisional advice provided by me is based entirely on the input provided to me. I would suggest examination by the doctor. I hope this suggestion might be of some help to you. Take care.