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Taken two ibuprofen in error!

5 replies

onecrazycook · 16/09/2016 15:58

Oh gosh- I'm in turmoil as I've just discovered that the paracetamol headache tablets I took earlier were actually ibuprofen.

I'm 9 weeks. Should I be panicking?

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PurpleDaisies · 16/09/2016 16:05

No-you'll be fine. The main risk with ibuprofen is after 30 weeks-before then there's no strong evidence that it causes harm. It's better to avoid it, but there are women with chronic pain who continue taking ibuprofen throughout their pregnancy (to week 30) under the supervision of their doctor.

If you're worried you can always call your midwife.

nennyrainbow · 16/09/2016 16:22

Your baby will be fine. As purple Daisy said. But try not to make a habit of it.

onecrazycook · 16/09/2016 18:45

Thanks both. Complete accident. I don't usually ever take ibuprofen as I have asthma. I feel a bit more at ease now

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NovemberInDailyFailLand · 16/09/2016 18:54

Of course not. Just don't do it again!

ConvincingLiar · 16/09/2016 19:06

Really don't panic!

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