Advil
Ibuprofen · Tablet, Coated · Oral
Active ingredient
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
Purpose Pain reliever/Fever reducer
Uses
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
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 an NSAID, which may cause severe 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 prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [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 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 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, asthma, or had a stroke 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 Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience 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 you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke: chest pain trouble breathing weakness in one part or side of body slurred speech leg swelling 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 at 20 weeks or later in 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.
Do not use
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
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, asthma, or had a stroke you are taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
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
When using this product take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience 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 you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke: chest pain trouble breathing weakness in one part or side of body slurred speech leg swelling 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
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen at 20 weeks or later in 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
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
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
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients Advil Liqui-Gels FD&C green no. 3, gelatin, lecithin (soybean), medium-chain triglycerides, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution Advil Liqui-Gels Minis FD&C green no. 3, gelatin, medium-chain triglycerides, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution
Questions?
Questions or comments? – Advil Liqui-Gels and Liqui-Gel Minis call toll free 1-855-297-3031 Questions or comments? - Easy Open Arthritis Bottle call toll free 1-800-88-ADVIL
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Haleon US Holdings LLC (revised Jul 29, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Ibuprofen in 17 products
- Ibuprofen Sodium in 2 products
Advil NDC products (19)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0573-0134 | Ibuprofen Sodium 256 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-1769 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-1711 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0169 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0166 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0165 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0161 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0160 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0154 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0151 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0150 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0149 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 0573-0133 | Ibuprofen Sodium 256 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Haleon US Holdings LLC | NDA |
| 66715-5803 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc. | NDA |
| 66715-6434 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc. | NDA |
| 66715-6500 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc. | NDA |
| 66715-9700 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc. | NDA |
| 67751-146 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Navajo Manufacturing Company Inc. | NDA |
| 85237-1786 | Ibuprofen 200 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Select Consumer Group | NDA |
Advil recalls
- D-1066-2020 Apr 1, 2020 · Class II · Terminated
Labeling: Lacks Warning or Rx Legend- Certain lots does not include required safety warning information in the Drug Facts Panel.
Frequently asked questions
What is Advil used for?
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
Who makes Advil?
Advil is listed by 4 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Haleon US Holdings LLC, Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc., Navajo Manufacturing Company Inc., Select Consumer Group.
Has Advil been recalled?
The FDA enforcement database lists 1 recall for Advil, most recently D-1066-2020 (class ii): Labeling: Lacks Warning or Rx Legend- Certain lots does not include required safety warning information in the Drug Facts Panel.