Advil

What Is Advil Used For

Advil is an anti inflammatory drug that is used to reduce inflammation and ease pain varying from mild to moderate. Advil can relieve fever and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, menstrual cramps, osteoarthritis, or premenstrual pain and swelling.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Advil.

How To Use Advil

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

Advil tablets or capsules should be taken whole orally with a glass of water. If at all possible it is best to take your dose at least 10 minutes before lying down. To prevent an upset stomach you may take with food. Remember, when taking Advil or any prescription drug to always follow the label closely. Be sure to space your doses evenly and do not take more than directed.

Advil should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Advil

Always consult the doctor who prescribed Advil to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Alcohol
  • Cyclosporine
  • Methotrexate
  • Agents that prevent blood clots
  • Alendronate
  • Other anti-inflammatory drugs
  • Herbal products that contain feverfew, garlic, ginger or ginkgo biloba
  • Aspirin and aspirin like medicines
  • Lithium
  • Water pills
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with Advil may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Advil and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

Read more information on Advil using the links under About Advil