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Pain Management Protocol
Start with:
Ibuprofen 600mg or 800mg (Advil, Motrin) unless otherwise directed by your doctor or dentist
Take every 8 hours
*Over-the-counter Ibuprofen typically comes in 200mg tablets, so you can take 3-4 tablets to reach the recommended 600-800mg dosage. Do not exceed 3200mg daily.
If necessary add:
Acetaminophen 500mg (Tylenol)
Take every 6 hours
Recommended to be taken 3 hours after dose of Ibuprofen, but can be taken at same time as Ibuprofen
*Over-the-counter Acetaminophen typically comes in 375mg or 500mg tablets, so you can take the 1-2 tablets to reach the recommended 500mg dosage. Do not exceed 2000mg daily.
If discomfort persists, discontinue Acetaminophen 500mg and replace with:
Norco 5/325mg OR Tylenol '#3 (depending on what was prescribed to you)
Both listed medications contain Tylenol so please be aware of your total daily consumption (do not exceed 2000mg Tylenol a day).
Take 1 tablet every 6 hours as needed for additional pain control
Recommended to take 3 hours after dose of Ibuprofen, but can be taken at same time as Ibuprofen
Do not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking these medications as th