Advil - Pain Relief and Inflammation Reduction

Advil is a brand of ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used for pain relief, reducing inflammation, and lowering fever
Category
Drug
Where to get
Available for purchase over the counter in pharmacies and many supermarkets
Applicable for
Pain | Inflammation | Fever
Prepared by Nick Harper, reviewed by Dr. David James Simpson

Advil FAQ


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What is Advil used for?

Advil is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury. Advil is used in adults and children who are at least 2 years old. For children under 2 years check with a doctor. Do not take more than your recommended dose.

Is Advil a NSAID or ibuprofen?

Advil is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Advil is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury.

What is the difference between ibuprofen and Advil?

Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Advil is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury. Advil is used in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.

What is ibuprofen used for?

Ibuprofen is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury. Ibuprofen is used in adults and children who are at least 6 months old. Ibuprofen can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke.

Advil References

If you want to know more about Advil, consider exploring links below:

What Is Advil

  1. https://www.drugs.com/advil.html
  2. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/ibuprofen-for-adults/about-ibuprofen-for-adults/
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ibuprofen
  4. https://www.advil.com/faqs-en/advil-pain/
  5. https://www.everydayhealth.com/drugs/ibuprofen
  6. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-6143-9368/advil-oral/ibuprofen-oral/details

Advil Information

  1. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682159.html
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/13553/pil

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