David Zhukovsky - Verified provider
Yes, totally safe. They work differently and are processed by different organs so you can't over do it. Just make sure you follow the proper recommended dosages to be safe.
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Is it okay to take ibuprofen and acetaminophen together?
Yes, totally safe. They work differently and are processed by different organs so you can't over do it. Just make sure you follow the proper recommended...
General - 4 replies - 1 verified provider replies
Question
I tweaked my back and ibuprofen alone isn't cutting it. My friend said I can take Tylenol at the same time since they're different drugs. Is that true and safe?
Discussion replies
notThatDrew
Also ice for the first 48 hours then switch to heat. Bed rest actually makes back pain worse, keep moving gently.
mildly_lost
Just watch out for cold meds because a lot of them have acetaminophen hidden in them. Easy to accidentally double up.
sunnySideJay
Yes you can stack them, totally safe short term. This combo got me through a brutal back spasm last year.
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