Should You Take Excedrin on an Empty Stomach?

If you are using the tablet form of this medication, do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after you have taken this drug. If upset stomach occurs, you may take it with food or milk.

When should you not take Excedrin?

acute inflammation of the liver due to hepatitis C virus. high blood pressure. heart attack within the last 30 days. abnormal heart rhythm.

Can you take migraine medicine on an empty stomach?

But it's often better to err on the side of caution and just have a snack before taking any medication, just in case. "Taking ibuprofen on an empty stomach may cause irritation of the stomach lining and bleeding ulcers," said South Florida-based cardiologist Dr. Adam Splaver of Nanohealth Associates.

Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

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Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.