Advil Liquigels
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each capsule)
Solubilized Ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)*
(present as the free acid and potassium salt)
*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
Warnings
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
- skin reddening
- rash
- blisters
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
• stomach bleeding warning applies to you • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, or asthma • you are taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
• 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 expereince any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: • feel faint • vomit blood • have bloody or black stools • have stomach pain that does not get better • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days • 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
• do not take more than directed • the smallest effective dose should be used • adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 capsule every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 capsule, 2 capsules may be used • do not exceed 6 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other information
• each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
• read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton. • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) • avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
Inactive ingredients
coconut oil, FD&C green no. 3, gelatinm lecithin (soyabean), pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol