Advil PM Liqui-Gels
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Pharmacist-reviewed drug information from the RxWiki encyclopedia.
Overview
Advil PM Liqui-Gels is an over the counter medication used to treat headaches, minor aches and pain, and difficulty sleeping due to minor pain.
It is a single product containing 2 ingredients: ibuprofen and diphenhydramine. Ibuprofen belongs to a group of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which work by providing pain/headache relief. Diphenhydramine belongs to a group of drugs called Histamine H1 Antagonists (antihistamine). It works by blocking the action of histamine and allergy symptoms, but is also known to cause sleepiness and drowsiness.
This medication comes in a capsule form, and is usually taken at bedtime with food or a small snack.
Common side effects of Advil PM Liqui-Gels includes stomach upset and dizziness. Advil PM Liqui-Gels can also cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
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