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Advil Dual Action Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Ibuprofen 125mg, acetaminophen 250mg; caplets.
Pharmacological Class
NSAID + analgesic/antipyretic.
How Supplied
Caplets—2, 4, 8, 18, 24, 36, 50, 72, 90, 100, 144, 162, 180, 216, 240, 288
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Advil Dual Action Indications
Indications
Temporary relief of minor aches and pains.
Advil Dual Action Dosage and Administration
Adult
2 caplets every 8hrs; max 6 caplets/24hrs.
Children
<12yrs: consult physician.
Advil Dual Action Contraindications
Contraindications
Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery.
Advil Dual Action Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Advil Dual Action Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding (esp. ≥60yrs old). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Asthma. Liver cirrhosis. Renal or hepatic disease. Reevaluate if pain persists or worsens after >10 days. Elderly. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended. Nursing mothers.
Advil Dual Action Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Advil Dual Action Interactions
Interactions
Avoid other acetaminophen-containing products or pain relievers. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAID-containing products (eg, aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, others), ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day, or prolonged use. Caution with diuretics. Hepatotoxicity risk increased by chronic, heavy alcohol use.
Advil Dual Action Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
GI upset/bleed, feel faint, rash, redness, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, chest pain, weakness, slurred speech, leg swelling), hepatotoxicity (overdosage), allergic reactions (discontinue if occur).
Advil Dual Action Clinical Trials
See Literature
Advil Dual Action Note
Not Applicable
Advil Dual Action Patient Counseling
See Literature
