Advil (generic: ibuprofen) is an over-the-counter medication used to treat pain and to reduce fever.

Advil belongs to a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which work by stopping substances in your body that cause inflammation and pain.

This medication comes in tablet, caplet, and gel caplet, and liquid gel forms and is usually taken 4 to 6 times a day, with or without food.

Zantac 75, Zantac Maximum Strength, and Zantac Maximum Strength 150 Cool Mint (generic: ranitidine) are over-the-counter medications used to prevent and to treat heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach. Zantac is also a prescription medication. However, this medication page will only be addressing the over-the-counter form of Zantac.

Zantac 75, Zantac Maximum Strength, and Zantac Maximum Strength 150 Cool Mint belong to a group of drugs called H2 blockers, which work by reducing the levels of acid in the stomach.

This medication comes in tablet form and may...

Tavist (generic: clemastine) is an over-the-counter medication used to temporarily treat the symptoms of the common cold, hay fever, and other respiratory allergies.

Tavist belongs to a group of drugs called antihistamines, which work by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic reactions.

This medication comes in tablet form and is usually taken 2 times a day, with or without food.

Tavist can cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know...

Aleve (generic: naproxen) is an over-the-counter medication used to treat minor pain and to reduce fever.

Aleve belongs to a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which work by stopping substances in your body that cause inflammation and pain.

This medication comes in liquid gel, tablet, gelcap, and caplet forms and is usually taken 2 to 3 times a day, with or without food.