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Swollen legs and ankles

2018-01-16 03:37:25
My legs and ankles have been swollen for a few days now. I did take ibuprofen just before it happened and this is probably a side effect, but the problem has yet to go away.
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you mostly are allergic to NSAIDS( Non Steroidal anti inflamatory drugs). Kindly avoid diclofenac, ibuprofen or similar drugs in future.
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Take Tab Allegra 120( Fexofenadine) once a day for 5 days. Add Chymoral forte 1 tab thrice a day for 3 days
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Dont drive after taking Allegra.

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