I went in to get root canal therapy earlier today and now I am in a lot of pain (temporary fillings and I have to go back in in two weeks to finish up). I took some prescribed penicillin and vicodin and they help, but my molar is still extremely sensitive and I get that constant, painful nerve feeling. Is it ok to take some advil with it too?
2007-01-30 11:30:40 · 8 answers · asked by axlvtt 2 in Health ➔ Dental
It is perfectly fine to take Advil with Vicodin. For those who say that it is not safe to mix these medications, please look up "Vicoprofen," which is a combination product containing both hydrocodone and ibuprofen. Actually Vicodin is a combination product already, so you would be taking three medications.
I would suggest that you take the Vicodin as per the label directions, which typically say to take it ever 4-to-6 hours. You can then take a normal dose of Advil in the in between time slots. For instance you can take Vicodin at 8, 12 and 4 o'clock and take Advil at 10, 2 and 6 o'clock. Limit yourself to 3,200 mg of Advil in any 24 hour period, as this is the full prescription strength. Since you are using it in combination with Vicodin, you will probably not require the maximum dose and you can try taking 2 or 3 capsules per dose. Advil Liqui-Gels are the fastest and most effective form of ibuprofen.
If you have compromised kidney function, do not combine acetaminophen (found in Vicodin) and ibuprofen (Advil) as this may overload your kidneys.
Disclaimer:
As always, please remember that I have not seen you or your x-rays and I am just speculating so that you might have a better understanding of what questions to ask the person who is actually treating you. I do not know anything about your physical status, any underlying medical conditions, allergies, or other prescription medications you may be taking that you have not disclosed, so I am speaking as if you were a perfectly healthy person with no contraindications for the usual course of treatment. Please always consult with a throroughly informed doctor who knows your case before modifying any prescribed treatment.
2007-01-30 16:17:29 · answer #1 · answered by Jess 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No - Vicodin contains a pain reliever
2007-01-30 11:33:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is perfectly safe to take Ibuprofen while taking Vicodin and Penn.
Advil(ibuprofen) is an anti-inflammatory. It will reduce the inflammation causing you discomfort.
2007-01-30 11:49:56 · answer #3 · answered by Ron's wife 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If the vicodin isn't knocking down the pain, I doubt if the advil will.
Call the dentist.
2007-01-30 11:35:43 · answer #4 · answered by chieromancer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't recommend it. The vicodin is a heavy duty pain reliever. You shouldn't take any other pain relievers with it.
2007-01-30 11:35:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope.... Vicodin is a better pain killer.... the guy goofed. Go back and see him tomorrow... you shouldn't be having any pain with a root canal, hon!!!!!!!!
2007-01-30 13:37:21 · answer #6 · answered by April 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the tooth is throbbing you need to get back in there tomorrow to have the tempory removed so the tooth can drain.
2007-01-30 12:17:57 · answer #7 · answered by sissy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call your dentist and ask them...and also your pharmasist can answer this question....dont mix drugs until you get the answer from a professional...not people on Yahoo answers....
2007-01-30 11:34:52 · answer #8 · answered by OliveRuth 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋