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What Happens If You Take 1600 mg of Ibuprofen at Once?

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While standard over-the-counter (OTC) use of ibuprofen involves smaller, spaced-out doses, taking 1,600 mg of ibuprofen at once significantly exceeds typical recommendations and can lead to immediate and serious health risks. This dosage can cause acute gastrointestinal irritation, and in some individuals, it may trigger more severe complications affecting multiple organ systems.