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# Advil Liqui-Gels

Package insert / prescribing information
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

•
  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

### 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.

## Related/similar drugs

Buprenex, aspirin, prednisone, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, tramadol, meloxicam

## 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

## Other information

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  each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
•
  read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
•
  store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
•
  avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

## 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 or comments?

call toll free 1-800-88-ADVIL

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

0573-0169-20

Advil®
LIQUI•GELS®

Solubilized Ibuprofen Capsules, 200 mg
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)

20
Liquid Filled
Capsules

000068421 Front Carton

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 160 Capsule Bottle Label

Easy Open
ARTHRITIS CAP

Arthritis Foundation
Ease of
Use℠
CAP

THIS PACKAGE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITHOUT YOUNG CHILDREN

Advil®
LIQUI•GELS®

Solubilized Ibuprofen Capsules, 200 mg
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)

160
Liquid Filled
Capsules

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

0573-1769-20

Smaller
Capsule

Same
Strength*

Advil®
LIQUI•GELS®

minis

Solubilized Ibuprofen Capsules, 200 mg
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)

20
Liquid Filled
Capsules

000068424 Front Carton

ADVIL ibuprofen capsule, liquid filled

Product Information
Product Type | HUMAN OTC DRUG | Item Code (Source) | NDC:0573-0169
Route of Administration | ORAL | DEA Schedule |

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength
IBUPROFEN (IBUPROFEN) | IBUPROFEN | 200 mg

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name | Strength
FD&C GREEN NO. 3 |
GELATIN, UNSPECIFIED |
LECITHIN, SOYBEAN |
MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES |
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED |
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE |
WATER |
SORBITAN |
SORBITOL |

Product Characteristics
Color | GREEN (Transparent green to blue green) | Score | no score
Shape | CAPSULE (oblong softgel) | Size | 20mm
Flavor |  | Imprint Code | Advil
Contains |

Packaging
# | Item Code | Package Description
1 | NDC:0573-0169-17 | 3000 POUCH in 1 CASE
1 |  | 2 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 POUCH
2 | NDC:0573-0169-02 | 50 POUCH in 1 BOX
2 |  | 2 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 POUCH
3 | NDC:0573-0169-19 | 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON
3 |  | 4 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BLISTER PACK
4 | NDC:0573-0169-20 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
4 |  | 20 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
5 | NDC:0573-0169-40 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
5 |  | 80 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
6 | NDC:0573-0169-11 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
6 |  | 120 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
7 | NDC:0573-0169-89 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
7 |  | 160 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
8 | NDC:0573-0169-30 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
8 |  | 40 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
9 | NDC:0573-0169-31 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
9 |  | 60 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
10 | NDC:0573-0169-86 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
10 |  | 100 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
11 | NDC:0573-0169-51 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
11 |  | 180 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
12 | NDC:0573-0169-43 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
12 |  | 120 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
13 | NDC:0573-0169-49 | 200 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
14 | NDC:0573-0169-52 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
14 |  | 200 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
15 | NDC:0573-0169-08 | 2 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
15 |  | 120 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
16 | NDC:0573-0169-22 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
16 |  | 30 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
17 | NDC:0573-0169-13 | 240 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
18 | NDC:0573-0169-76 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
18 |  | 160 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE

Marketing Information
Marketing Category | Application Number or Monograph Citation | Marketing Start Date | Marketing End Date
NDA | NDA020402 | 04/10/1995 |

ADVIL ibuprofen capsule, liquid filled

Product Information
Product Type | HUMAN OTC DRUG | Item Code (Source) | NDC:0573-0149
Route of Administration | ORAL | DEA Schedule |

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength
IBUPROFEN (IBUPROFEN) | IBUPROFEN | 200 mg

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name | Strength
FD&C GREEN NO. 3 |
GELATIN, UNSPECIFIED |
LECITHIN, SOYBEAN |
MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES |
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED |
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE |
WATER |
SORBITAN |
SORBITOL |

Product Characteristics
Color | GREEN (Transparent green to blue green) | Score | no score
Shape | CAPSULE (oblong softgel) | Size | 20mm
Flavor |  | Imprint Code | Advil
Contains |

Packaging
# | Item Code | Package Description
1 | NDC:0573-0149-13 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
1 |  | 80 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
2 | NDC:0573-0149-04 | 2 PACKET in 1 BLISTER PACK
2 |  | 2 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 PACKET
3 | NDC:0573-0149-66 | 160 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
4 | NDC:0573-0149-91 | 180 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE

Marketing Information
Marketing Category | Application Number or Monograph Citation | Marketing Start Date | Marketing End Date
NDA | NDA020402 | 04/10/1995 |

ADVIL ibuprofen capsule, liquid filled

Product Information
Product Type | HUMAN OTC DRUG | Item Code (Source) | NDC:0573-1769
Route of Administration | ORAL | DEA Schedule |

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength
IBUPROFEN (IBUPROFEN) | IBUPROFEN | 200 mg

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name | Strength
FD&C GREEN NO. 3 |
GELATIN, UNSPECIFIED |
MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES |
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED |
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE |
WATER |
SORBITOL |
SORBITAN |

Product Characteristics
Color | GREEN (transparent green to blue green) | Score | no score
Shape | CAPSULE (oblong softgel) | Size | 13mm
Flavor |  | Imprint Code | Advil
Contains |

Packaging
# | Item Code | Package Description
1 | NDC:0573-1769-20 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
1 |  | 20 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
2 | NDC:0573-1769-80 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
2 |  | 80 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
3 | NDC:0573-1769-89 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
3 |  | 160 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
4 | NDC:0573-1769-14 | 240 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
5 | NDC:0573-1769-13 | 200 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
6 | NDC:0573-1769-09 | 1 VIAL in 1 BLISTER PACK
6 |  | 8 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 VIAL

Marketing Information
Marketing Category | Application Number or Monograph Citation | Marketing Start Date | Marketing End Date
NDA | NDA020402 | 03/08/2017 |

Labeler - GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Holdings (US) LLC (079944263)

Establishment
Name | Address | ID/FEI | Operations
Wyeth Pharmaceuticals Company |  | 829390975 | ANALYSIS(0573-0149, 0573-0169, 0573-1769), LABEL(0573-0149, 0573-0169, 0573-1769), MANUFACTURE(0573-0149, 0573-0169, 0573-1769), PACK(0573-0149, 0573-0169, 0573-1769)

GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Holdings (US) LLC

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