Advil (Ibuprofen) Tablets for Pain Relief

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Product Variants

Advil TabletsAdvil CapletsAdvil Gel-Caplets

• Uses

  Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:

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

  Temporarily reduces:

  • Fever

• Dosage

  12 years of age and older:

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

  Under 12 years of age:

  • Ask a doctor.

• Ingredients

  Active ingredient:

  • 200 mg Ibuprofen (NSAID)* *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

  Inactive Ingredients:

  • Acetylated monoglycerides, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, methylparaben, microcrystalline cellulose, pharmaceutical glaze, pharmaceutical ink, povidone, pregelatinized starch, propylparaben, sodium benzoate, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, sucrose, synthetic iron oxide, titanium dioxide, white wax

  Use as directed. Read complete warnings and information.

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• Potential Health Effects

  This product is indicated for adults and children ages 12 and older. Ask a doctor before giving to children under the age of 12. Do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours unless instructed to do so by a doctor. This product contains ibuprofen, which may cause allergic reaction, especially in those allergic to aspirin. This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding.

  See product label for full product information and warnings.

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Advil Tablets

Count 300

Form Tablets

Key feature Easy to swallow

Ingredient Ibuprofen

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 tablet every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

ADVIL TABLET

Advil Liqui-Gels Minis

Count 200

Form Capsules

Key feature Small and easy to swallow

Ingredient Liquid Ibuprofen

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 capsule every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 capsules in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Liqui-Gels Mini

Advil Liqui-Gels

Count 160

Form Capsules

Key feature Fast-acting

Ingredient Liquid Ibuprofen

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 capsule every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 capsules in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Liqui-Gels

Advil Easy Open Arthritis Cap

Count 200

Form Tablets

Key feature Easy open cap

Ingredient Ibuprofen

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 tablet every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Easy Open Arthritis Cap

Advil Dual Action

Count 144

Form Caplets

Key feature Long-lasting

Ingredient Ibuprofen / Acetaminophen

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 8h

Dosage 2 caplets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 caplets in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Dual Action

Advil PM Liqui-Gels

Count 80

Form Capsules

Key feature Fast-acting

Ingredient Sulobilized Ibuprofen / Diphenhydramine

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage Take 2 capsules at bedtime. Do not take more than 2 capsules in 24h.

Advil PM Liqui-Gels

Advil Liqui-Gels

Count 160

Form Capsules

Key feature Fast-acting

Ingredient Liquid Ibuprofen

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 capsule every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 capsules in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Liqui-Gels

Advil Dual Action Back Pain

Count 144ct

Form Caplet

Key feature Targets Back Pain

Ingredient Ibuprofen + Acetaminophen

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 8h

Dosage 2 caplets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 caplets in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Dual Action Back Pain

Advil Liqui-Gels Minis

Count 200

Form Capsules

Key feature Small and easy to swallow

Ingredient Liquid Ibuprofen

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 capsule every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 capsules in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Liqui-Gels Mini

Advil Easy Open Arthritis Cap

Count 200

Form Tablets

Key feature Easy open cap

Ingredient Ibuprofen

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 tablet every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Easy Open Arthritis Cap

Advil Dual Action

Count 144

Form Caplets

Key feature Long-lasting

Ingredient Ibuprofen / Acetaminophen

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 8h

Dosage 2 caplets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 caplets in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Dual Action

Advil PM Liqui-Gels

Count 80

Form Capsules

Key feature Fast-acting

Ingredient Sulobilized Ibuprofen / Diphenhydramine

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage Take 2 capsules at bedtime. Do not take more than 2 capsules in 24h.

Advil PM Liqui-Gels

Advil Liqui-Gels

Count 160

Form Capsules

Key feature Fast-acting

Ingredient Liquid Ibuprofen

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 capsule every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 capsules in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Liqui-Gels

Advil Tablets

Count 300

Form Tablets

Key feature Easy to swallow

Ingredient Ibuprofen

Easy to swallow ✓

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 6h

Dosage 1 tablet every 4 – 6 hours. If symptoms persist, 2 may be used. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

ADVIL TABLET

Advil Dual Action Back Pain

Count 144ct

Form Caplet

Key feature Targets Back Pain

Ingredient Ibuprofen + Acetaminophen

Fast-acting ✓

Duration Up to 8h

Dosage 2 caplets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 caplets in 24h unless directed by a doctor. Under 12 y/o: Ask a doctor.

Advil Dual Action Back Pain

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Ibuprofen dosing for children Information | Mount Sinai

Motrin; Advil

How Ibuprofen Can Help Your Child

Ibuprofen is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It can help:

• Reduce aches, pain, sore throat, or fever in children with a cold or the flu
• Relieve headaches or toothaches
• Reduce pain and swelling from an injury or broken bone

Proper Dosing

Ibuprofen can be taken as liquid or chewable tablets. To give the correct dose, you need to know your child’s weight.

You also need to know how much ibuprofen is in a tablet, teaspoon (tsp), 1.25 milliliters (mL), or 5 mL of the product you are using. You can read the label to find out.

• For chewable tablets, the label will tell you how many milligrams (mg) are found in each tablet, for example 50 mg per tablet.
• For liquids, the label will tell you how many mg are found in 1 tsp, in 1. 25 mL, or in 5mL. For example, the label may read 100 mg/1 tsp, 50 mg/1.25 mL, or 100 mg/5 mL.

For liquids, you need some type of dosing syringe. It may come with the medicine, or you can ask your pharmacist. Make sure to clean it after every usage.

If your child weighs 12 to 17 pounds (lbs) or 5.4 to 7.7 kilograms (kg):

• For infant drops that say 50mg/1.25 mL on the label, give a 1.25 mL dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/1 teaspoon (tsp) on the label, give a ½ tsp dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 2.5 mL dose.

If your child weighs 18 to 23 lbs or 8 to 10 kg:

• For infant drops that say 50mg/1.25 mL on the label, give a 1.875 mL dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/1 tsp on the label, give a ¾ tsp dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 4 mL dose.

If your child weighs 24 to 35 lbs or 10.5 to 15.5 kg:

• For infant drops that say 50mg/1. 25 mL on the label, give a 2.5 mL dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/1 tsp on the label, give a 1 tsp dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 5 mL dose.
• For chewable tablets that say 50 mg tablets on the label, give 2 tablets.

If your child weighs 36 to 47 lbs or 16 to 21 kg:

• For infant drops that say 50mg/1.25 mL on the label, give a 3.75 mL dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/1 tsp on the label, give a 1½ tsp dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 7.5 mL dose.
• For chewable tablets that say 50 mg tablets on the label, give 3 tablets.

If your child weighs 48 to 59 lbs or 21.5 to 26.5 kg:

• For infant drops that say 50mg/1.25 mL on the label, give a 5 mL dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/1 tsp on the label, give a 2 tsp dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 10 mL dose.
• For chewable tablets that say 50 mg tablets on the label, give 4 tablets.
• For junior-strength tablets that say 100 mg tablets on the label, give 2 tablets.

If your child weighs 60 to 71 lbs or 27 to 32 kg:

• For liquid that says 100 mg/1 tsp on the label, give a 2½ tsp dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 12.5 mL dose.
• For chewable tablets that say 50 mg tablets on the label, give 5 tablets.
• For junior-strength tablets that say 100 mg tablets on the label, give 2½ tablets.

If your child weighs 72 to 95 lbs or 32.5 to 43 kg:

• For liquid that says 100 mg/1 tsp on the label, give a 3 tsp dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 15 mL dose.
• For chewable tablets that say 50 mg tablets on the label, give 6 tablets.
• For junior-strength tablets that say 100 mg tablets on the label, give 3 tablets.

If your child weighs 96 lbs or 43.5 kg or more:

• For liquid that says 100 mg/1 tsp on the label, give a 4 tsp dose.
• For liquid that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 20 mL dose.
• For chewable tablets that say 50 mg tablets on the label, give 8 tablets.
• For junior-strength tablets that say 100 mg tablets on the label, give 4 tablets.

Try giving your child the medicine with food to avoid stomach upset. If you are not sure how much to give your child, call your health care provider.

Do not give ibuprofen to children under 6 months of age, unless directed by your provider. You should also check with your provider before giving ibuprofen to children under age 2 years or less than 12 pounds or 5.5 kilograms.

Giving Medicine to Children

Make sure you don’t give your child more than one medicine with ibuprofen. For example, ibuprofen can be found in many allergy and cold remedies. Read the label before giving any medicine to children. You should not give medicine with more than one active ingredient to children under age 6 years.

There are important child medicine safety tips to follow.

• Carefully read all of the instructions on the label before giving your child medicine.
• Make sure you know the strength of the medicine in the bottle you purchased.
• Use the syringe, dropper, or dosing cup that comes with your child’s liquid medicine. You can also get one at your local pharmacy.
• Make sure you are using the right unit of measurement when filling medicine. You may have the option of milliliters (mL) or teaspoon (tsp) dosing.
• If you are not sure what medicine to give your child, call your provider.

Children with certain medical conditions or taking certain medicines should not take ibuprofen. Check with your provider.

If Your Child Takes Too Much

Be sure to post the number for the poison control center by your home phone. If you think your child has taken too much medicine, call the poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. It is open 24 hours a day. Signs of poisoning include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and abdominal pain.

Go to the nearest emergency room. Your child may need:

• Activated charcoal. Charcoal stops the body from absorbing the medicine. It has to be given within an hour. It does not work for every medicine.
• To be admitted to the hospital to be monitored.
• Blood tests to see what the medicine is doing.
• To have his or her heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure monitored.

When to Call the Doctor

Contact your provider if:

• You are not sure what dose of medicine to give your infant or child.
• You are having trouble getting your child to take medicine.
• Your child’s symptoms do not go away when you would expect.
• Your child is an infant and has signs of illness, such as fever.

American Academy of Pediatrics website. Ibuprofen dosage table for fever and pain. Healthychildren.org. www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/medication-safety/Pages/Ibuprofen-for-Fever-and-Pain.aspx. Updated October 21, 2021. Accessed February 7, 2023.

Aronson JK. Ibuprofen. In: Aronson JK, ed. Meyler’s Side Effects of Drugs. 16th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2016:5-12.

Theobald JL, Kostic MA. Poisoning. In: Kliegman RM, St. Geme JW, Blum NJ, Shah SS, Tasker RC, Wilson KM, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 21st ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2020:chap 77.

Last reviewed on: 10/22/2022

Reviewed by: Charles I. Schwartz, MD, FAAP, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, General Pediatrician at PennCare for Kids, Phoenixville, PA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

Advil Infant Drops, Pain Reliever, Antipyretic, Ibuprofen for Children, 15 ml 002 About this item

Brand: Advil
Manufacturer: Pfizer
Country of Origin: USA
Supplement Type: Pain and Antipyretic
Key Ingredients: Each 1.25ml: Ibuprofen (50mg)
Key Benefits Support: Relieves minor pain from colds or teething
Form: Liquid
Units: 15 ml. (1/2 Fl Oz)
Flavor: Grape
Dietary Suggestions: Color free
Age Range: 6-23 months every 6-8 hours
Expiration Date: 09/2023

Unparalleled fever relief with a syringe for easy dosing. Nothing beats a fever faster* or lasts longer than Advil Drops for Babies. For children 6-23 months (12-23 lbs). Under 6 months of age, consult your doctor.

Infants’ Advil is available in a non-staining, color-free white grape flavor.

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Medication Facts and Dosage Information

Warnings

Allergy Warning: Ibuprofen can cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people who are allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: hives, swelling of the face, asthma (wheezing), shock, skin redness, rash, blisters. If an allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use and seek medical attention immediately. Stomach Bleeding Warning: This product contains NSAIDs which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if the child: had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems; taking blood thinners (anticoagulants) or steroids; is taking other medicines containing prescription or over-the-counter NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]; takes more or for a longer time than indicated. Do not use: if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer; immediately before or after heart surgery. Consult a physician before use if: a stomach bleeding warning applies to a child; the child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain or fever medications; the child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn; the child has high blood pressure, heart disease, cirrhosis of the liver, kidney disease, or asthma; the child did not drink liquids; the child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea; the child is taking diuretics. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child: is under a doctor’s care for any serious illness; taking any other drug. When using this product: take with food or milk for upset stomach; the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed. Stop use and ask a doctor if: your child has any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: weakness, bloody vomiting, bloody or black stools, abdominal pain that does not go away; the child does not experience relief during the first day (24 hours) of treatment; fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days; there is redness or swelling in the painful area; any new symptoms appear. Keep out of the reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Ingredients

Active ingredient:
(in each 1.25 ml) Ibuprofen 50 mg (NSAID)*
*Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Inactive Ingredients:
acetic acid, artificial flavor, butylated hydroxytoluene, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, citric acid monohydrate, disodium edetate, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucrose, xanthan gum

Dosage Information

Shake well before use
Repeat dose every 6-8 hours if needed.
Do not use more than 4 times a day
Find the correct dose in the table below. If possible, use weight for dosing; otherwise, use age.
Use only the measuring device supplied with the product to ensure that you are injecting the correct dose.

Weight kg. / (lb) Age (years) Dose (ml)

up to 6 months Ask a doctor
5-8 kg. / 12-17 lb 6-11 months 1.25 ml
8.5-10 kg. / 18-23 lb 12-23 months 1.875 ml

Important Information
This product is US labeled and may differ from similar products sold in other countries in terms of ingredients, labeling and allergen warnings.

Legal Notice
Dietary supplement claims have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, treat, or prevent any disease or health condition.

Motrin® tablets 250 mg – 10 and 20 pieces for pain and inflammation up to 12 hours, prices

100 to <1/10), uncommon (≥1/1000 to <1/100), rare (≥1/10,000 to <1/1000), very rare (<1/10,000), frequency unknown ( cannot be estimated based on the available data).

The most frequently observed adverse reactions were from the gastrointestinal tract. It is possible to develop a peptic ulcer, gastric perforation or gastrointestinal bleeding, sometimes fatal, especially in elderly patients (see section “Special Instructions”).

Within each group, HPs are listed in descending order of severity.

Blood and lymphatic system disorders:

Uncommon: Eosinophilia, granulocytopenia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia.

Nervous system disorders:

often: headache, vertigo, dizziness, drowsiness;

infrequently: depression, sleep disturbance, impaired concentration, insomnia, malaise.

Visual disorders:

common: visual impairment.

Hearing and labyrinth disorders:

often : tinnitus, hearing impairment;

infrequently: hearing loss.

Cardiac disorders:

common: swelling, palpitations;

infrequently: congestive heart failure.

Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders:

often : shortness of breath;

infrequently : eosinophilic pneumonia.

Gastrointestinal disorders:

common: constipation, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, nausea, diarrhoea, stomatitis, flatulence;

infrequently: gastrointestinal bleeding and / or gastric perforation, hematemesis, melena, vomiting;

very rare : relapse or worsening of ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease;

frequency unknown : gastritis.

Liver and biliary tract disorders:

infrequently: increased activity of “liver” enzymes, jaundice.

Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders:

often : pruritus, skin rash, ecchymosis, purpura;

infrequently : alopecia, photodermatosis;

very rare : bullous reactions, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis.

Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders:

infrequently : myalgia and muscle weakness.

Renal and urinary tract disorders:

infrequently: glomerulonephritis, hematuria, interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, renal failure, renal papillary necrosis.

General disorders and administration site disorders:

often : thirst, increased sweating;

infrequently : hypersensitivity reactions, menstrual disorders, hyperthermia (chills and fever).