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Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Ibuprofen 200mg, chlorpheniramine maleate 4mg, phenylephrine HCI 10mg; coated tabs.
Pharmacological Class
NSAID + antihistamine + sympathomimetic.
How Supplied
Tabs—10, 20, 50
Manufacturer
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Indications
Indications
Nasal congestion, headache, rhinorrhea, sinus pressure, fever, minor aches and pains.
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Dosage and Administration
Adult
Take with food. 1 tab every 4hrs; max 6 tabs/24hrs.
Children
12yrs: consult physician.
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Contraindications
Contraindications
Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery. During or within 14 days of MAOIs.
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding (esp. ≥60yrs old). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Respiratory disorders (eg, emphysema, bronchitis). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Liver cirrhosis. Renal disease. Asthma. Thyroid disease. Diabetes. Glaucoma. GI or urinary obstruction. Reevaluate if fever persists or worsens >3 days or pain/nasal congestion lasts >7 days. Elderly. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended. Nursing mothers.
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Interactions
Interactions
Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers may increase the pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Caution with diuretics. Avoid aspirin, phenylephrine- or chlorpheniramine-containing products, or other pain relievers, nasal decongestants, antihistamines. Alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAIDs, ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day, or prolonged use.
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Drowsiness, nervousness, dizziness, insomnia, GI upset/bleed, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, feel faint, slurred speech), redness, swelling, allergic reactions; discontinue if occur.
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Clinical Trials
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Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Note
Not Applicable
Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief Patient Counseling
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