Advil Respiratory Relief

Advil respiratory relief products are over-the-counter medications used to treat the symptoms associated with the common cold or flu. These symptoms include:

• headache
• fever
• sinus pressure
• nasal congestion
• minor body aches and pains
• reduces swelling of the nasal passages
• temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose

Advil Congestion Relief: ibuprofen 200 mg, phenylephrine 10 mg

Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief: ibuprofen 200 mg, chlorpheniramine 4 mg, phenylephrine 10 mg

Advil Cold & Sinus: ibuprofen 200 mg, pseudoephedrine 30 mg

Advil Allergy Sinus: ibuprofen 200 mg, chlorpheniramine 2 mg, pseudoephedrine 30 mg

Advil Congestion Relief: acesulfame potassium, artificial flavor, carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, glycerin, hypromellose, lactic acid, lecithin, maltodextrin, medium-chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, pharmaceutical ink, polydextrose, polyvinyl alcohol, pregelatinized starch, propyl gallate, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, sucralose, synthetic iron oxide, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, xanthan gum

Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief: acesulfame potassium, artificial flavors, carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, glycerin, glyceryl behenate, hypromellose, lactic acid, lecithin, maltodextrin, medium-chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, pharmaceutical ink, polydextrose, polyvinyl alcohol, pregelatinized starch, propyl gallate, silicon dioxide, sucralose, synthetic iron oxide, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, xanthan gum

Advil Cold & Sinus: acetylated monoglycerides, carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, methylparaben, microcrystalline cellulose, pharmaceutical glaze, pharmaceutical ink, povidone, pregelatinized starch, propylparaben, sodium benzoate, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, sucrose, synthetic iron oxides, titanium dioxide

Advil Allergy Sinus: carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C red no. 40 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow no. 6 aluminum lake, glyceryl behenate, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, pharmaceutical ink, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, pregelatinized starch, propylene glycol, silicon dioxide, titanium dioxide

Allergy alert: Advil 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 allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:

• are older than 60 years of age
• have a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
• take a blood thinner (anticoagulant) or steroid medication
• take other NSAID medications
  • if you are unsure if you are taking an NSAID, consult a physician or pharmacist
• drink more than 3 alcoholic drinks a day
• fail to take the medication as directed

Do not use:

• in children under 12 years of age
• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• right before or after heart surgery

Do not use if you are taking a prescription monamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI.  If you are not sure if your prescription contains an MAOI, consult a physician or pharmacist before taking.

Consult a physician before use if:

• you have liver disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, thyroid disease,  history of stomach bleeding/ulcers, any stomach problem including heartburn, high blood pressure, heart disease or asthma
• you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate
• you are taking a diuretic
• you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
• you are taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription)
• you are taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
• you are taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
• you are taking any products containing pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine or any other nasal decongestant or antihistamine
• you are taking an aspirin product for heart attack or stroke, as Advil products can decrease the benefit of aspirin
• you are taking any other drug
• you are under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
• *you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
• *you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers

*Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief and Advil Allergy Sinus

When using this product:

• take with food or milk if upset stomach occurs
• the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
• *alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• **avoid alcoholic beverages
• **use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
• **drowsiness may occur

*Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief and Advil Allergy Sinus

**Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief and Advil Allergy Sinus

Stop use and consult a physician if:

• an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately
• 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
• ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
• painful area is red or swollen
• your pain lasts for more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• nasal congestion lasts for more than 7 days
• you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless
• any new symptoms appear
• you have difficulty swallowing
• it feels like tablet/capsule is stuck in your throat

These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a physician before use. It is especially important to not use ibuprofen during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless under a physician's direct supervision. Ibuprofen use in the last 3 months of pregnancy is associated with a higher risk of complications for the unborn child as well as during labor and delivery.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Advil Congestion Relief:

For adults and children 12 years and over, take 1 tablet every 4 hours while symptoms persist. Do not use more than 6 tablets in any 24 hour period unless directed by a physician.

Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief:

For adults and children 12 years and over, take 1 tablet every 4-6 hours while symptoms persist. Do not use more than 6 tablets in any 24 hour period unless directed by a physician.

Advil Cold & Sinus:

For adults and children 12 years and over, take 1 caplet every 4-6 hours while symptoms persist. If symptoms do not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used. Do not use more than 6 caplets in any 24 hour period unless directed by a physician.

Advil Allergy Sinus:

For adults and children 12 years and over, take 1 caplet every 4-6 hours while symptoms persist. Do not use more than 6 caplets in any 24 hour period unless directed by a physician.

Advil Congestion Relief, Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief, Advil Cold & Sinus, and Advil Allergy Sinus:

For children under 12 years of age, do not take before talking to your doctor.

Advil Congestion Relief, Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief, Advil Cold & Sinus, Advil Allergy Sinus:

• Store at room temperature between 20 -25ºC (68 -77ºF).
• Avoid excessive heat above 40ºC (104ºF).
• Read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.