Guest guest Posted February 16, 2006 Report Share Posted February 16, 2006 I have been reading the posts and see alot of talk about Motrin being a blood thinner. So is it safe to give Motrin at the same time as giving fish oil? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 16, 2006 Report Share Posted February 16, 2006 Both have mild impact on platelet function - so the potential for increased bleeding risk is there when used together, but it is probably minimal for most people. But there is always someone who experiences an adverse event. I am still personally using motrin for fevers - but given my son already has some platelet issues that manifests as chronic petechiae...I try tylenol first. Using tylenol instead of motrin will eliminate any concerns about the bleeding issue. - [ ] Fish Oil and Motrin... I have been reading the posts and see alot of talk about Motrin being a blood thinner. So is it safe to give Motrin at the same time as giving fish oil? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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