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When my daughter has a fever, the doctor usually tells us to alternate between acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) if she has to take it again before the recommended time for the next dosage. How/Why is this better than taking 2 doses of the same medication?

by /u/ezcheesy in /r/askscience

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