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Advil Migraine

Control your migraines before they control you.

Advil Migraine is clinically proven to relieve migraine pain and related symptoms, like nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. It’s also the only FDA-approved OTC migraine medicine in a liquid-filled capsule — so you can get the relief you need fast.

Advil Migraine for migraine headache relief

Information

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  • Uses

    Treats migraine

  • Dosage

    Use only as directed

    Do not take more than directed

    • Adults 

      • take 2 capsules with a glass of water 

      • if symptoms persist or worsen, ask your doctor

    • Under 18 years

      • ask a doctor

    Do not take more than 2 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

  • Ingredients

    Active ingredients

    Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)* - Pain reliever (present as the free acid and potassium salt)

    *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

    Inactive ingredients 

    D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C green no. 3, FD&C red no. 40, gelatin, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution

  • Potential Health Effects

    Warnings

    NSAID stomach bleeding warning:

    This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:

    • are age 60 or older
    • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
    • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
    • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
    • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
    • take more or for a longer time than directed

Top Questions About Advil Migraine

  • Does Advil help migraines?

    Yes, Advil Migraine is clinically proven to relieve migraine pain and related symptoms, including nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. In fact, Advil Migraine is the only FDA-approved OTC migraine medicine in a liquid-filled capsule.

  • Does Advil Migraine have caffeine?

    No, Advil Migraine does not contain caffeine.

  • Does Advil or Tylenol work better for migraines?

    Advil Migraine is the only FDA-approved OTC migraine medicine in a liquid-filled capsule. The difference between Advil Migraine and Tylenol products is the active ingredient. Advil Migraine contains ibuprofen, which targets pain at the source. Tylenol contains acetaminophen, which blocks off pain signals. Tylenol is not indicated for migraine headaches.

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