Does Intake Of Ibuprofen Help In Treating Abscessed Tooth?

Posted on Thu, 21 Apr 2016

Question: I have an abases tooth will it hurt me to take 4 ibupohen every three hours after 3 hours the pain is back full force just till I get to dentist tomorrow

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Naproxen may provide relief

Detailed Answer:
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Rather than ibuprofen, you may try using Aleve naproxen 5 mg one or two tablets together as required for relief. Preferably take it with your stomach full.

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