Advil - Ibuprofen Chewable - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Advil.
• Advil, Children's Advil, Motrin
• eye-byou-PRO-fen

Read Before Using Advil (precautions)

• This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
• Before using this medicine, consult the doctor or pharmacist if your child has.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Before using this medication, tell the doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products your child may use, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you are prescribed this drug on a regular schedule (not just "as needed") and you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Medicinal Applications

• Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
• It is used to treat headaches, muscle aches, backaches, dental pain, menstrual cramps, arthritis, or athletic injuries.
• This medication is also used to reduce fever and to relieve minor aches and pain due to the common cold or flu.
• This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins.
• Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain, swelling, and fever.
• This product is used primarily in children.
• Do not give this to a child younger than 2 years of age unless directed to do so by the doctor.

Advil Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed periodically to monitor your child's progress or check for side effects.
• Consult the doctor for more details.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include.

Usage Instructions

• Chew and swallow this medication and then follow with a full glass of water (8oz or 240ml) unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
• Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug.
• If stomach upset occurs while taking this medication, take it with food, milk, or an antacid.
• The dosage is based on your child's weight, medical condition, and response to therapy.
• Read the product instructions to find the appropriate dose for your child's weight, or consult the pharmacist or doctor if you have questions.
• If repeat doses are needed, they are usually given 6 or 8 hours apart; or as directed by the doctor.
• In certain conditions (for example, arthritis), it may take up to two weeks, taken regularly, before the full benefits of this drug take effect.
• If you use this medication for migraine headache, and the pain is not relieved or worsens after the first dose, tell the doctor immediately.
• If you are giving this medication to a child for undiagnosed fever or pain, consult the doctor immediately if symptoms do not improve within 24 hours, worsen or last for more than 3 days, or if new symptoms appear.

Advil Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature according to product instructions away from light and moisture.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Possible Side Effects

• Upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, headache, diarrhea, constipation, drowsiness, and dizziness may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify the doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Tell the doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.