The maximum recommended dose for ibuprofen varies for OTC and prescription strength: For OTC (nonprescription) ibuprofen: The maximum recommended daily dose is 1,200 mg daily, usually divided into ...

or 500 milligrams (extra strength dosage) every six hours, Thomas says. Like ibuprofen, aspirin can be taken safely on a short term basis for seven to 10 days. If you need to take it for longer ...