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Advil Product FAQs

General Advil Information

Find answers to your questions about tablets, caplets and gel caplets.

Advil Liqui-Gels

Learn how this powerful pain reliever works fast, right where it hurts.

Advil Liqui-Gels minis

Get more information about powerful pain relief in a 33% smaller size.

Advil Migraine

Learn how it can help relieve migraine pain and related symptoms.

Advil Easy Open Arthritis Cap

Discover how to get joint pain relief with a cap that’s easier to open. †

* Among OTC pain relievers.

† vs Aleve Easy Open Arthritis Cap. Among those with a preference in a nationwide test.

Products

  • Can I get samples of Advil?

    Talk to your doctor about getting samples of Advil. If you’re a healthcare provider, you can request samples of Advil for your patients, find coupons, and access data and other helpful resources here.

  • What are the best options for over the counter pain relief?

    You have a lot of over-the-counter options when it comes to pain relief, which can be overwhelming. Your best option may depend on your specific pain needs and the advice of your doctor.

    However, it’s important to know the difference between Advil and other pain relievers. The pain ingredient in Advil is ibuprofen, which is part of a class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (also known as NSAIDs). When you take Advil you get relief right at the site of pain. Wherever it is, Advil stops pain right where it starts.

    The makers of Advil do not produce store brand ibuprofen pain medicine.

  • What type of closure is on the bottle? Is it child-resistant?

    Advil products are available with child-resistant caps. For those who may suffer from joint pain, Advil Tablets and Advil Liqui-Gels are also available with a non-child resistant, Easy Open Arthritis Cap. Since it is easier to open, make sure to keep the Easy Open Arthritis Cap products out of reach from children.

  • Are individual Advil packets available?

    Yes, travel-size Advil packs are available. Check out our Where to Buy page to find a store near you or where to buy Advil online.

  • Is Advil an antihistamine?

    No. Single ingredient Advil products do not contain an antihistamine. The active ingredient in Advil is ibuprofen which is part of a class of drugs called NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Check out the Ingredients section of this FAQ to learn more about what is in Advil. If you are interested in an antihistamine, check out our Advil Cold Allergy Products.

  • Where can I find information about other Advil products?

    In addition to the pain relieving power of Advil there are a variety of other Advil products that provide relief. We’ve included links to more information for those products below:

  • What does concentrated ibuprofen mean?

    Advil Liqui-Gels minis patented technology enables us to concentrate the powerful pain relief of Advil Liqui-Gels into a 33% smaller capsule. Advil Liqui-Gels minis don’t contain a special form of ibuprofen, just a more concentrated dosage form.

  • Can I use an HSA or FSA to buy Advil products?

    You can use your HSA and FSA tax-preferred savings account to purchase certain OTC products including Advil. The passage of the CARES Act by Congress includes provisions to restore OTC eligibility under tax-preferred HSA and FSA accounts. Your plan details may vary, so save your receipt and check with your benefits or health provider for eligibility.

    Source: https://www.chpa.org/Monograph_FSA_CARES.aspx

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