Advil – Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer

Advil contains ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that temporarily relieves pain and reduces fever. It is available as tablets, caplets, and gel caplets, each containing 200 mg of ibuprofen.

Advil is used to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains caused by:

• Headache
• Toothache
• Backache
• Menstrual cramps
• The common cold
• Muscular aches
• Minor pain of arthritis

It also temporarily reduces fever in adults and children 12 years and older.

Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)

Ibuprofen works by blocking the production of certain natural substances in the body that cause inflammation and pain. This action helps decrease pain and reduce fever.

Adults and children 12 years and over:

• Take 1 tablet, caplet, or gel caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist.
• If pain or fever does not respond to 1 dose, 2 doses may be used.
• Do not exceed 6 tablets, caplets, or gel caplets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.

Children under 12 years: Consult a doctor before use.

Important dosing notes:

• Use the smallest effective dose.
• Do not take more than directed.

• History of allergic reaction to any other pain reliever or fever reducer
• Use immediately before or after heart surgery

Allergy Warning

Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in individuals allergic to aspirin. Symptoms include hives, facial swelling, asthma (wheezing), shock, skin reddening, rash, or blisters. If these occur, stop use and seek emergency medical help immediately.

Stomach Bleeding Warning

This product contains an NSAID that may cause severe stomach bleeding. The risk is higher if you:

• Are 60 years or older
• Have a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
• Take blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drugs
• Use other NSAIDs (prescription or nonprescription such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen)
• Consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product
• Take more than the recommended dose or use it longer than directed

Heart Risk Warning

NSAIDs (except aspirin) can increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke, which may be fatal. This risk increases with higher doses or longer use.

Do Not Use If

• You have had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever or fever reducer
• Immediately before or after heart surgery

Ask a Doctor Before Use If You

• Have a history of stomach problems (e.g., heartburn)
• Have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or have had a stroke
• Are taking a diuretic
• Are under doctor’s care for any serious condition
• Are taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke prevention (ibuprofen may decrease aspirin’s benefit)
• Take any other drugs

Stop Use and Seek Medical Help If You Experience

• Signs of stomach bleeding: feeling faint, vomiting blood, bloody or black stools, persistent stomach pain
• Symptoms of heart problems or stroke: chest pain, trouble breathing, weakness on one side of the body, slurred speech, leg swelling
• Pain that worsens or lasts more than 10 days
• Fever that worsens or lasts more than 3 days
• Redness or swelling in the painful area or any new symptoms

Advil can cause allergic reactions such as hives, rash, facial swelling, and breathing difficulties. Serious side effects include stomach bleeding and increased risk of heart attack or stroke. Other less common side effects and those related to long-term use are not detailed in the supplied evidence.

Ibuprofen may interact with blood thinning (anticoagulant) drugs, steroid medications, other NSAIDs (including aspirin, naproxen), diuretics, and aspirin taken for heart attack or stroke prevention by decreasing aspirin's protective effects.

Pregnancy: Avoid use at 20 weeks gestation or later unless directed by a doctor, as it may cause harm to the unborn child or complications during delivery.

Breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare professional before use.

In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center. Symptoms of overdose are not specified in detail but should be treated as a medical emergency.

Store Advil at controlled room temperature between 20°C and 25°C (68°F and 77°F). Avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F). Keep the product in its original carton and out of reach of children.