Get Informed: Advil
Active Ingredient(s)
Ibuprofen
What does it do?
This product is commonly used to treat minor aches, pains and fevers. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication.
- Last Text Update:
- 2010-Mar-21 3:09 AM
- Last Data Update:
- 2010-Mar-20 9:02 PM
Other Names
- Advil
- Ibuprofen
- Motrin
- Motrin Children
- Motrin IB
- Children's Motrin
- Motrin Children's
- Nurofen
- Brufen
- Advil Migraine
- Midol Cramp
- Advil Childrens
- Radian B
- Fenbid
- Cuprofen
- Anadin Ultra
- Librofem
- Arthrofen
- Ibugel
- Ibuleve
- Ibuspray
- Relcofen
- Proflex Zyma
- Hedex Ibuprofen
- Galprofen
- Cuprofen Ibuprofen
- Ibumousse
- Mandafen
- Orbifen
- Feverfen
- Fenpaed
- Nurofen Recovery
- Calprofen
- Radian B Ibuprofen
- Galpharm Ibuprofen
- Radian B Sport
- Nurofen Back Pain
- Phorpain
- Nurofen Migraine
How Safe Is It?
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- Average Risk Rating
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- Pregnancy Category:
- C
Black Box Warning
This product has a black box warning relating to an increased risk of cardiovascular and gastrointestinal problems.
Facts & Figures
- Date Approved
- 19 Sep 1974
- Est US Patients*
- 19,670,000
- Generic Available
- Yes
- OTC Available
- Yes
User Age Distribution*
< 21
21-39
40-59
60+
Age (Years)
* Estimated number of US people currently taking Advil or its active ingredient based on population adjusted patient numbers registered with iGuard.org.
Recent alerts for Advil
- Recall on Two Lots of Motrin IB/Ibuprofen Tablets, 200 mg, 8 count Coated Caplets
- FDA Sends Warning Letters to Marketers of Topical Ibuprofen Products
- Recall of Single Lot of Equate Ibuprofen Tablets, 200 mg
- FDA Requires Additional Labeling for Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers and Fever Reducers
Advil Safety Report
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What is Advil used for?
iGuard is currently tracking more than 131,100 patients that use Advil (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)). Use the table below to learn why iGuard users take this product; click on any underlined condition to get information on other medications used for treatment.
| Disease / Condition | % | Average Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Pain-Generalized | 35% | 
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| Migraine/Headache | 34% |
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| Osteoarthritis | 20% |
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| Back/Neck Pain | 15% |
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| Irregular/Painful Periods | 8% |
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| Rheumatoid Arthritis | 6% |
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| Fever | 3% |
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| Fibromyalgia | 3% | 
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| Other | 20% |
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How well does Advil work?
iGuard regularly polls our more than 131,100 users taking Advil (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) using the Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire for Medications (TSQM) . This feedback is continuously updated in tables below for the benefit of the iGuard community. To request scores for specific patient subgroups, please contact research@iguard.org.
Average Satisfaction Score
(out of 10)
Average Effectiveness Score
(out of 10)
- 70%
- of patients are confident that the good things about Advil outweigh the bad things.
- 13%
- of patients wish they were told more before they started taking Advil.
Common Side Effects of Advil
iGuard regularly polls our more than 131,100 users taking Advil (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) to monitor the development and frequency of side-effects. This feedback is continuously updated in tables and graphs below for the benefit of the iGuard community.
25% of patients experience side-effects on Advil
1% of patients experience signifcant side-effects on Advil
Most Common Side Effects...
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Abdo Pain/Cramps
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Heartburn/Reflux
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= 10%
Less than 1%: , Bleeding, Bloating/Gas, Breathlessness, Bruising, Constipation, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue, Grogginess/Confusion, Headache, High Blood Pressure, Increased Appetite, Itch/Rash, Kidney Problems, Memory/Speech Problems, Mood/Behavior Changes, Muscle Pain/Cramps, Nausea/Vomiting, Rebound Headache, Restlessness, Stomach Ulcers, Swelling/Edema, Tinnitus, Urinary Frequency, Vivid Dreams
Global Patient Feedback for Advil (Ibuprofen) ( Post a comment )
Question/Comment:
does anyone have any problems taking blood pressure meds with liqua-gel advils. Take advil 1-2 per night for arthritis. thanx
65 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2010-03-08 14:10:51
iGuard Answer/Reply:
There is a possibility that your advil may cause you to retain additional sodium in your blood which could increase your blood volume. This may cause a slight increase in your blood pressure. You should followup with your doctor and be evaluated to see if this is happening in your situation.
Posted: 2010-03-09 22:41:08
Answer/Reply:
I have found that Tylenol Arthritis and Wal-Mart's Equate Arthritis works better than Advil or other brands especially if they do not specify Arthritis on the label - have tried several different ones (including Advil) and none of the others worked as well.
49 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2010-03-20 14:54:49
Question/Comment:
I currently take Advair. Is it compatible with cold and sinus products such as Advil or Contact?
52 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2010-03-07 20:52:06
iGuard Answer/Reply:
You need to be cautious when taking a decongestant with Advair. Speak with your doctor first because it can cause your heart to race.
Posted: 2010-03-17 11:28:52
Question/Comment:
I have taken 800mg Motrin for the last 8-10 years and every so often I start getting heartburn and indigestion.
I have found that eating Activa once a day for a couple of weeks gets rid of those symtoms. I have RA & fibromylgia. I also take Methotrexate, & Tramadol for another health problem. But the Activa does work
58 Female
58 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2010-03-05 16:46:29
Question/Comment:
Is there any correlation between ibuprofen and elevated sugar levels?
68 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2010-02-19 16:10:22
iGuard Answer/Reply:
Ibuprofen should not have an effect on blood sugar levels. However, there can be an interaction between the ibuprofen, or any medication in its class, and having diabetes. The ibuprofen and diabetes can interact to raise blood pressure and decrease kidney function. Make sure your physician knows you are taking the ibuprofen, and make sure you are routinely having your blood work checked to monitor your kidney function, long-term blood glucose levels and blood pressure.
Posted: 2010-02-24 10:51:58
Question/Comment:
I took one 200mg tablet of generic Ibuprofen 2 days ago for a back ache. About an hour later my entire upper body was covered in a rash. At this point, the rash has remained for 2 days. Seeking medical attention now.
48 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2010-02-17 20:41:22
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