Advil Liqui-Gels
Generic name:ibuprofen
Dosage form: capsule, liquid filled
Drug class:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 1, 2021.
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
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- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
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- headache
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- toothache
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- backache
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- menstrual cramps
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- the common cold
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- muscular aches
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- minor pain of arthritis
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- temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Allergy alert:
Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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- hives
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- facial swelling
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- asthma (wheezing)
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- shock
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- skin reddening
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- rash
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- blisters
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
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- are age 60 or older
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- have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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- take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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- take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
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- have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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- take more or for a longer time than directed
Heart attack and stroke warning:
NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.
Do not use
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- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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- right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
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- stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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- you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke
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- you are taking a diuretic
