ADVIL Caplets ADVIL Gel Caplets ADVIL Tablets (ibuprofen)
DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
Advil Tablets (in each tablet)
Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Advil Caplets (in each caplet)
Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Advil Gel Caps (in each gel caplet)
Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
PURPOSE
Pain reliever/Fever reducer
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
WARNINGS
Allergy alert:
Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
hives
facial swelling
asthma (wheezing)
shock
skin reddening
rash
blisters
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach bleeding warning:
This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:
are age 60 or older
have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
take other drugs containing an NSAID [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if you have
problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain
ulcers
bleeding problems
high blood pressure
heart or kidney disease
asthma
taken a diuretic
reached age 60 or older
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription)
taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
taking any other drug
When using this product
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
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
you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding.
pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
redness or swelling is present in the painful area
any new symptoms appear
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
DIRECTIONS
Advil Tablets
do not take more than directed
the smallest effective dose should be used
do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see WARNINGS)
adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
if pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet, 2 tablets may be used
do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Advil Caplets
do not take more than directed
the smallest effective dose should be used
do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see WARNINGS)
adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used
do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Advil Gel Caplets
do not take more than directed
the smallest effective dose should be used
do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see WARNINGS)
adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 gel caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
if pain or fever does not respond to 1 gel caplet, 2 gel caplets may be used
do not exceed 6 gel caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
children under 12 years: ask a doctor
OTHER INFORMATION
read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
