Advil Allergy Sinus

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Advil Allergy Sinus Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Ibuprofen 200mg, chlorpheniramine maleate 2mg, pseudoephedrine HCl 30mg; coated-caplets.

Pharmacological Class

NSAID + antihistamine + sympathomimetic.

How Supplied

Caplets—20

Advil Allergy Sinus Indications

Indications

Nasal congestion, sinus pressure, rhinorrhea, headache, minor aches and pains, fever.

Advil Allergy Sinus Dosage and Administration

Adult

Take with food. 1 caplet every 4–6hrs; max 6 caplets/24hrs.

Children

<12yrs: not recommended.

Advil Allergy Sinus Contraindications

Contraindications

Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery. During or within 14 days of MAOIs.

Advil Allergy Sinus Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Advil Allergy Sinus 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 nasal congestion lasts >7 days. Elderly. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended. Nursing mothers.

Advil Allergy Sinus Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Advil Allergy Sinus Interactions

Interactions

Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers may increase the pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Caution with diuretics. Avoid aspirin, pseudoephedrine- 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 Sinus 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 Sinus Clinical Trials

See Literature

Advil Allergy Sinus Note

Not Applicable

Advil Allergy Sinus Patient Counseling

See Literature

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