Consumer Information for: JUNIOR STRENGTH ADVIL

Consumer Information

Information about the product including what the product is used for, dosage, warnings, proper use and side effects. This summary will not tell you everything about the product. Contact your healthcare professional if you have any questions about the product.


What the medication is used for

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Provides up to 8 hours relief of fever. Fast and effective temporary relief of pain and fever due to colds or flu, sore throat, immunization, and earache.

Children’s Advil®

Provides up to 8 hours relief of fever. Fast and effective temporary relief of pain and fever due to colds or flu, sore throat, immunization, and earache.

Junior Strength Advil®

Provides up to 8 hours relief of fever. Fast and effective temporary relief of pain and fever due to colds or flu, sore throat, immunization, and earache.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Provides up to 8 hours relief of fever. Fast and effective temporary relief of pain and fever due to colds, sore throat, immunization, and earache.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Provides up to 8 hours relief of fever. Fast and effective temporary relief of pain and fever due to colds or flu, sore throat, immunization, and earache.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Provides up to 8 hours relief of fever. Fast and effective temporary relief of pain and fever due to colds or flu, sore throat, immunization, and earache.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Provides up to 8 hours relief of fever. Fast and effective temporary relief of pain due to colds, sore throat, immunization and earache.

What it does

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Ibuprofen reduces pain and fever.

Ibuprofen belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which act by decreasing prostaglandin biosynthesis, which are natural occurring substances in the body involved in the production of pain and inflammation. Relief from pain may be expected in 0.5 hour.

Children’s Advil®

Ibuprofen reduces pain and fever.

Ibuprofen belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which act by decreasing prostaglandin biosynthesis, which are natural occurring substances in the body involved in the production of pain and inflammation. Relief from pain may be expected in 0.5 hour.

Junior Strength Advil®

Ibuprofen reduces pain and fever.

Ibuprofen belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which act by decreasing prostaglandin biosynthesis, which are natural occurring substances in the body involved in the production of pain and inflammation. Relief from pain may be expected in 0.5 hour.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Ibuprofen reduces pain and fever.

Ibuprofen belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which act by decreasing prostaglandin biosynthesis, which are natural occurring substances in the body involved in the production of pain and inflammation. Relief from pain may be expected in 0.5 hour.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Ibuprofen reduces pain and fever.

Ibuprofen belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which act by decreasing prostaglandin biosynthesis, which are natural occurring substances in the body involved in the production of pain and inflammation. Relief from pain may be expected in 0.5 hour.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Ibuprofen reduces pain and fever.

Ibuprofen belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which act by decreasing prostaglandin biosynthesis, which are natural occurring substances in the body involved in the production of pain and inflammation. Relief from pain may be expected in 0.5 hour.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Ibuprofen reduces pain and fever.

Ibuprofen belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which act by decreasing prostaglandin biosynthesis, which are natural occurring substances in the body involved in the production of pain and inflammation. Relief from pain may be expected in 0.5 hour.

When it should not be used
Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets
Children’s Advil®
Junior Strength Advil®
Advil Pediatric Drops
Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu
Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu
Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Do not use Children’s Advil Chewable Tablets if your child has or is:

  • active or recurrent stomach ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding, or active inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s, colitis)
  • taking acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or any other NSAIDs including any other ibuprofen product,
  • allergic/hypersensitive to ASA, ibuprofen, other salicylates, other NSAIDs or any of Children’s Advil Chewable Tablets’s ingredients (Refer to the nonmedicinal ingredients on outer carton or composition section),
  • nasal polyps (swelling of the inside of the nose), or allergic manifestations such as asthma, anaphylaxis (sudden severe life threatening allergic reaction), urticaria/hives, rhinitis (stuffed or runny nose that may be due to allergies), skin rash or other allergic symptoms,
  • dehydrated (significant fluid loss) due to vomiting, diarrhea or lack of fluid intake,
  • been diagnosed with severe high blood pressure or have severe coronary artery disease,
  • serious liver or kidney disease,
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus,
  • right before or after heart surgery,
  • excess potassium in the blood or if you are in your third trimester of pregnancy.

Children’s Advil®

Do not use Children’s Advil® if your child has or is:

  • active or recurrent stomach ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding or active inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s, colitis)
  • taking acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or NSAIDs including any other ibuprofen product,
  • allergic/hypersensitive to ASA, ibuprofen, other salicylates, other NSAIDs or any of Children’s Advil’s ingredients (Refer to the nonmedicinal ingredients on outer carton or composition section),
  • nasal polyps (swelling of the inside of the nose), or allergic manifestations such as asthma, anaphylaxis (sudden severe life threatening allergic reaction), urticaria/hives, rhinitis (stuffed or runny nose that may be due to allergies), skin rash or other allergic symptoms,
  • dehydrated (significant fluid loss) due to vomiting, diarrhea or lack of fluid intake,
  • been diagnosed with severe high blood pressure or have severe coronary artery disease,
  • serious liver or kidney disease,
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus,
  • if you are in your third trimester of pregnancy,
  • right before or after heart surgery,
  • excess potassium in the blood
  • Or if you are in your third trimester of pregnancy.

Junior Strength Advil®

Do not use Junior Strength Advil if your child has or is:

  • active or recurrent stomach ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding, or active inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s, colitis)
  • taking acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or any other NSAIDs including any other ibuprofen product,
  • allergic/hypersensitive to ASA, ibuprofen, other salicylates, other NSAIDs or any of Junior Strength Advil’s ingredients (Refer to the nonmedicinal ingredients on outer carton or composition section),
  • nasal polyps (swelling of the inside of the nose), or allergic manifestations such as asthma, anaphylaxis (sudden severe life threatening allergic reaction), urticaria/hives, rhinitis (stuffed or runny nose that may be due to allergies), skin rash or other allergic symptoms,
  • dehydrated (significant fluid loss) due to vomiting, diarrhea or lack of fluid intake,
  • been diagnosed with severe high blood pressure or have severe coronary artery disease,
  • serious liver or kidney disease,
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus,
  • right before or after heart surgery,
  • excess potassium in the blood,
  • or if you are in your third trimester of pregnancy

Advil Pediatric Drops

Do not use Advil Pediatric Drops if your child has or is:

  • active or recurrent stomach ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding, or active inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s, colitis)
  • taking acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or any other NSAIDs including any other ibuprofen product,
  • allergic/hypersensitive to ASA, ibuprofen, other salicylates, other NSAIDs, or any of Advil Pediatric Drops ingredients (Refer to the nonmedicinal ingredients on outer carton or composition section),
  • nasal polyps (swelling of the inside of the nose), or allergic manifestations such as asthma, anaphylaxis (sudden severe life threatening allergic reaction), urticaria/hives, rhinitis (stuffed or runny nose that may be due to allergies), skin rash or other allergic symptoms,
  • dehydrated (significant fluid loss) due to vomiting, diarrhea or lack of fluid intake,
  • been diagnosed with severe high blood pressure or have severe coronary artery disease,
  • serious liver or kidney disease,
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus,
  • right before or after heart surgery,
  • excess potassium in the blood
  • or if you are in your third trimester of pregnancy

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Do not use Children’s Advil Fever from Colds or Flu if your child has or is:

  • active or recurrent stomach ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding, or active inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s, colitis)
  • taking acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or any other NSAIDs including any other ibuprofen product,
  • allergic/hypersensitive to ASA, ibuprofen, other salicylates, or other NSAIDs, or any of Children’s Advil Fever from Colds or Flu’s ingredients (Refer to the nonmedicinal ingredients on outer carton or composition section),
  • nasal polyps (swelling of the inside of the nose), or allergic manifestations such as asthma, anaphylaxis (sudden severe life threatening allergic reaction), uticaria/hives, rhinitis (stuffed or runny nose that may be due to allergies), skin rash or other allergic symptoms,
  • dehydrated (significant fluid loss) due to vomiting, diarrhea or lack of fluid intake,
  • been diagnosed with severe high blood pressure or have severe coronary artery disease,
  • serious liver or kidney disease,
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus,
  • right before or after heart surgery,
  • excess potassium in the blood
  • or if you are in your third trimester of pregnancy.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Do not use Junior Strength Advil Fever from Colds or Flu if your child has or is:

  • active or recurrent stomach ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding, or active inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s, colitis)
  • taking acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or any other NSAIDs including any other ibuprofen product,
  • allergic/hypersensitive to ASA, ibuprofen, other salicylates, other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or any of Junior Strength Advil Fever from Colds or Flu’s ingredients (Refer to the nonmedicinal ingredients on outer carton or composition section),
  • nasal polyps (swelling of the inside of the nose), or allergic manifestations such as asthma, anaphylaxis (sudden severe life threatening allergic reaction), urticaria/hives, rhinitis (stuffed or runny nose that may be due to allergies), skin rash or other allergic symptoms,
  • dehydrated (significant fluid loss) due to vomiting, diarrhea or lack of fluid intake,
  • been diagnosed with severe high blood pressure or have severe coronary artery disease,
  • serious liver or kidney disease,
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus,
  • right before or after heart surgery,
  • excess potassium in the blood
  • or if you are in your third trimester of pregnancy.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Do not use Advil® Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu if your child has or is:

  • active or recurrent stomach ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding, or active inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s, colitis)
  • taking acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or any other NSAIDs, including any other ibuprofen product,
  • allergic/hypersensitive to ASA, ibuprofen, other salicylates, other NSAIDs, or any of Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu’s ingredients (Refer to the nonmedicinal ingredients on outer carton or composition section),
  • nasal polyps (swelling of the inside of the nose), or allergic manifestations such as asthma, anaphylaxis (sudden severe life threatening allergic reaction), uticaria/hives, rhinitis (stuffed or runny nose that may be due to allergies), skin rash or other allergic symptoms,
  • dehydrated (significant fluid loss) due to vomiting, diarrhea or lack of fluid intake,
  • been diagnosed with severe high blood pressure or have severe coronary artery disease, serious liver or kidney disease,
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus,
  • right before or after heart surgery,
  • excess potassium in the blood
  • or if you are in your third trimester of pregnancy.
What the medicinal ingredient is

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Ibuprofen.

Children’s Advil®

Ibuprofen.

Junior Strength Advil®

Ibuprofen.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Ibuprofen.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Ibuprofen.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Ibuprofen.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Ibuprofen.

What the non-medicinal ingredients are

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

See outer product carton or composition section of product monograph.

Children’s Advil®

See outer product carton or composition section of product monograph.

Junior Strength Advil®

See outer product carton or composition section of product monograph.

Advil Pediatric Drops

See outer product carton or composition section of product monograph.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

See outer product carton or composition section of product monograph.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

See outer product carton or composition section of product monograph.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

See outer product carton or composition section of product monograph.

What dosage form it comes in

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Each tablet contains ibuprofen 50 mg.

Children’s Advil®

Each 5 mL or 1 teaspoon of oral suspension contains ibuprofen 100 mg.

Junior Strength Advil®

Each tablet contains ibuprofen 100 mg.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Each mL of oral suspension contains ibuprofen 40 mg.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Each 5 mL or 1 teaspoon of oral suspension contains ibuprofen 100 mg.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Each tablet contains ibuprofen 100 mg.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Each mL of oral suspension contains ibuprofen 40 mg.

Warnings and precautions
Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets
Children’s Advil®
Junior Strength Advil®
Advil Pediatric Drops
Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu
Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu
Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Serious Warnings and Precautions

Caution in patients prone to gastrointestinal tract irritation, including those with a history of peptic ulcer. The chance of stomach bleeding is higher if you are: age 60 or older, have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems, take a blood thinner or steroid drug, take with other drugs containing an NSAID like ASA, ibuprofen, naproxen, or prescription anti-inflammatory drugs, have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.

BEFORE you use Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

  • child has peptic ulcers, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, heart or thyroid disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, glaucoma, blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia), any other serious disease, or is under doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • you are trying to conceive, in your first or second trimester of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding
  • you are taking any other drug including over the counter drugs.

Use with caution in the elderly.

Long-term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Stop Use and Talk to a doctor if:

  • Child does not get any relief within 24 hours.
  • The symptoms such as pain or fever persist for more than 3 days.
  • Redness or swelling is present in the painful area.
  • Sore throat is severe, lasts for more than 2 days or occurs with fever or headache.

Children’s Advil®

Serious Warnings and Precautions

Caution in patients prone to gastrointestinal tract irritation, including those with a history of peptic ulcer. The chance of stomach bleeding is higher if you are: age 60 or older, have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems, take a blood thinner or steroid drug, take with other drugs containing an NSAID like ASA, ibuprofen, naproxen, or prescription anti-inflammatory drugs, have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.

BEFORE you use Children’s Advil talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

  • child has peptic ulcers, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, heart or thyroid disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, glaucoma, blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia), any other serious disease, or is under doctor’s care for any serious condition,
  • you are trying to conceive, in your first or second trimester of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding
  • you are taking any other drug including over the counter drugs.

Use with caution in the elderly.

Long-term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Stop Use and Talk to a doctor if:

  • Child does not get any relief within 24 hours.
  • The symptoms such as pain or fever persist for more than 3 days.
  • Redness or swelling is present in the painful area.
  • Sore throat is severe, lasts for more than 2 days or occurs with fever or headache.

Junior Strength Advil®

Serious Warnings and Precautions

Caution in patients prone to gastrointestinal tract irritation, including those with a history of peptic ulcer. The chance of stomach bleeding is higher if you are: age 60 or older, have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems, take a blood thinner or steroid drug, take with other drugs containing an NSAID like ASA, ibuprofen, naproxen, or prescription anti-inflammatory drugs, have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.

BEFORE you use Junior Strength Advil® talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

  • child has peptic ulcers, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, heart or thyroid disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, glaucoma, blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia), any other serious disease, or is under doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • you are trying to conceive, in your first or second trimester of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding
  • you are taking any other drug including over the counter drugs.

Use with caution in the elderly

Long-term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Stop Use and Talk to a doctor if:

  • Child does not get any relief within 24 hours.
  • The symptoms such as pain or fever persist for more than 3 days.
  • Redness or swelling is present in the painful area.
  • Sore throat is severe, lasts for more than 2 days or occurs with fever or headache.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Serious Warnings and Precautions

Caution in patients prone to gastrointestinal tract irritation, including those with a history of peptic ulcer. The chance of stomach bleeding is higher if you are: age 60 or older, have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems, take a blood thinner or steroid drug, take with other drugs containing an NSAID like ASA, ibuprofen, naproxen, or prescription anti-inflammatory drugs, have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.

BEFORE you use Advil Pediatric Drops talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

  • Child has peptic ulcers, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure heart or thyroid disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, glaucoma, blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia), any other serious disease, or is under doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • you are trying to conceive, in your first or second trimester of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding
  • you are taking any other drug including over the counter drugs.

Use with caution in the elderly.

Long-term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Stop Use and Talk to a doctor if:

  • Child does not get any relief within 24 hours.
  • The symptoms such as pain or fever persist for more than 3 days.
  • Redness or swelling is present in the painful area.
  • Sore throat is severe, lasts for more than 2 days or occurs with fever or headache.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Serious Warnings and Precautions

Caution in patients prone to gastrointestinal tract irritation, including those with a history of peptic ulcer. The chance of stomach bleeding is higher if you are: age 60 or older, have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems, take a blood thinner or steroid drug, take with other drugs containing an NSAID like ASA, ibuprofen, naproxen, or prescription anti-inflammatory drugs, have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.

BEFORE you use Children’s Advil Fever from Colds or Flu talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

  • child has peptic ulcers, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, heart or thyroid disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, glaucoma, blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia), any other serious disease, or is under doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • you are trying to conceive, in your first or second trimester of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding
  • you are taking any other drug including over the counter drugs.

Use with caution in the elderly

Long-term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Stop Use and Talk to a doctor if:

  • Child does not get any relief within 24 hours.
  • The symptoms such as pain or fever persist for more than 3 days.
  • Redness or swelling is present in the painful area.
  • Sore throat is severe, lasts for more than 2 days or occurs with fever or headache.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Serious Warnings and Precautions

Caution in patients prone to gastrointestinal tract irritation, including those with a history of peptic ulcer. The chance of stomach bleeding is higher if you are: age 60 or older, have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems, take a blood thinner or steroid drug, take with other drugs containing an NSAID like ASA, ibuprofen, naproxen, or prescription anti-inflammatory drugs, have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.

BEFORE you use Junior Strength Advil Fever from Colds or Flu talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

  • child has peptic ulcers, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, heart or thyroid disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, glaucoma, blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia), any other serious disease, or is under doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • you are trying to conceive, in your first or second trimester of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding
  • you are taking any other drug including over the counter drugs.

Use with caution in the elderly

Long-term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Stop Use and Talk to a doctor if:

  • Child does not get any relief within 24 hours.
  • The symptoms such as pain or fever persist for more than 3 days.
  • Redness or swelling is present in the painful area.
  • Sore throat is severe, lasts for more than 2 days or occurs with fever or headache.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Serious Warnings and Precautions

Caution in patients prone to gastrointestinal tract irritation, including those with a history of peptic ulcer. The chance of stomach bleeding is higher if you are: age 60 or older, have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems, take a blood thinner or steroid drug, take with other drugs containing an NSAID like ASA, ibuprofen, naproxen, or prescription anti-inflammatory drugs, have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.

BEFORE you use Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

  • child has peptic ulcers, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure heart or thyroid disease, asthma kidney or liver disease, glaucoma, blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia), any other serious disease, or is under doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • you are trying to conceive, in your first or second trimester of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding
  • you are taking any other drug including over the counter drugs.

Use with caution in the elderly.

Long-term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Stop Use and Talk to a doctor if:

  • Child does not get any relief within 24 hours.
  • The symptoms such as pain or fever persist for more than 3 days.
  • Redness or swelling is present in the painful area.
  • Sore throat is severe, lasts for more than 2 days or occurs with fever or headache.
Interactions with this medication
Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets
Children’s Advil®
Junior Strength Advil®
Advil Pediatric Drops
Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu
Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu
Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Do not use this medicine if taking:

  • Daily low dose ASA (81 – 325 mg), without talking to a doctor or pharmacist. Ibuprofen may interfere with the preventive benefits of ASA.
  • ASA or other anti-inflammatory medication.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medication (prescription or non-prescription) such as any of the following (NOT a complete list):
acetaminophen, anticoagulants (blood thinners), digoxin, oral antidiabetic agents and insulin, diuretics, methotrexate, lithium, protein-bound drugs including probenecid, thyroxine, antibiotics, cyclosporine, phenytoin, corticosteroids or benzodiazepines, other NSAIDs, or medications for high blood pressure. Tell your doctor or pharmacist what prescription drugs you are taking or plan to take.

Children’s Advil®

Do not use this medicine if taking:

  • Daily low dose ASA (81 – 325 mg), without talking to a doctor or pharmacist. Ibuprofen may interfere with the preventive benefits of ASA.
  • ASA or other anti-inflammatory medication.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medication (prescription or non-prescription) such as any of the following (NOT a complete list):
acetaminophen, anticoagulants (blood thinners), digoxin, oral antidiabetic agents and insulin, diuretics, methotrexate, lithium, protein-bound drugs including probenecid, thyroxine, antibiotics cyclosporine, phenytoin, corticosteroids or benzodiazepines, other NSAIDs, or medications for high blood pressure. Tell your doctor or pharmacist what prescription drugs you are taking or plan to take.

Junior Strength Advil®

Do not use this medicine if taking:

  • Daily low dose ASA (81 – 325 mg), without talking to a doctor or pharmacist. Ibuprofen may interfere with the preventive benefits of ASA.
  • ASA or other anti-inflammatory medication.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medication (prescription or non-prescription) such as any of the following (NOT a complete list):
acetaminophen, anticoagulants (blood thinners), digoxin, oral antidiabetic agents and insulin, diuretics, methotrexate, lithium, protein-bound drugs including probenecid, thyroxine, antibiotics cyclosporine, phenytoin, corticosteroids or benzodiazepines, other NSAIDs, or medications for high blood pressure. Tell your doctor or pharmacist what prescription drugs you are taking or plan to take.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Do not use this medicine if taking:

  • Daily low dose ASA (81 – 325 mg), without talking to a doctor or pharmacist. Ibuprofen may interfere with the preventive benefits of ASA.
  • ASA or other anti-inflammatory medication.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medication (prescription or non-prescription) such as any of the following (NOT a complete list):

acetaminophen, anticoagulants (blood thinners), digoxin, oral antidiabetic agents and insulin, diuretics, methotrexate, lithium, protein-bound drugs including probenecid, thyroxine, antibiotics cyclosporine, phenytoin, corticosteroids or benzodiazepines, other NSAIDs, or medications for high blood pressure. Tell your doctor or pharmacist what prescription drugs you are taking or plan to take.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Do not use this medicine if you are taking:

  • Daily low dose ASA (81 – 325 mg), without talking to a doctor or pharmacist. Ibuprofen may interfere with the preventive benefits of ASA.
  • ASA or other anti-inflammatory medication.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medication (prescription or non-prescription) such as any of the following (NOT a complete list):

: acetaminophen, anticoagulants (blood thinners), digoxin, oral antidiabetic agents and insulin, diuretics, methotrexate, lithium, protein-bound drugs including probenecid, thyroxine, antibiotics,cyclosporine, phenytoin, corticosteroids or benzodiazepines, other NSAIDs, or medications for high blood pressure. Tell your doctor or pharmacist what prescription drugs you are taking or plan to take.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Do not use this medicine if taking:

  • Daily low dose ASA (81 – 325 mg), without talking to a doctor or pharmacist. Ibuprofen may interfere with the preventive benefits of ASA.
  • ASA or other anti-inflammatory medication.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medication (prescription or non-prescription) such as any of the following (NOT a complete list):
acetaminophen, anticoagulants (blood thinners), digoxin, oral antidiabetic agents and insulin, diuretics, methotrexate, lithium, protein-bound drugs including probenecid, thyroxine, antibiotics,cyclosporine, phenytoin, corticosteroids or benzodiazepines, other NSAIDs, or medications for high blood pressure. Tell your doctor or pharmacist what prescription drugs you are taking or plan to take.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Do not use this medicine if taking:

  • Daily low dose ASA (81 – 325 mg), without talking to a doctor or pharmacist. Ibuprofen may interfere with the preventive benefits of ASA.
  • ASA or other anti-inflammatory medication.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medication (prescription or non-prescription) such as any of the following (NOT a complete list):
acetaminophen, anticoagulants (blood thinners), digoxin, oral antidiabetic agents and insulin, diuretics, methotrexate, lithium, protein-bound drugs including probenecid, thyroxine, antibiotics, cyclosporine, phenytoin, corticosteroids or benzodiazepines, other NSAIDs, or medications for high blood pressure. Tell your doctor or pharmacist what prescription drugs you are taking or plan to take.

Proper use of this medication
Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets
Children’s Advil®
Junior Strength Advil®
Advil Pediatric Drops
Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu
Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu
Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Usual Dose:

Doses below may be repeated every 6-8 hours while symptoms persist, up to 4 doses a day, or as directed by a doctor. If possible use weight to dose; otherwise use age. Do not use longer than 3 days for a fever or 5 days for pain relief.

Do not use more than the recommended amount.

Age Weight Dosage
(yrs.) kg lbs  
<2 Under 10.9 Under 24 Use Advil Pediatric Drops
2-3 10.9 - 15.9 24 -35 2
4-5 16.0 - 21.3 36 - 47 3
6-8 21.4 - 26.7 48 - 59 4
9- 10 26.8 - 32.5 60 - 71 5
11-12 32.6 - 43.0 72 - 95 6

Overdose:

In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or a doctor immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

Missed Dose

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not take two doses at the same time.

Children’s Advil®

Usual Dose:

Shake well before using. Doses below may be repeated every 6-8 hours while symptoms persist, up to 3 doses a day, or as directed by a doctor. If possible use weight to dose; otherwise use age. Do not use longer than 3 days for a fever or 5 days for pain relief.

Do not use more than the recommended amount.

Age Weight Dosage
(yrs.) kg lbs  
<2 Under 10.9 Under 24 Use Advil Pediatric Drops
2-3 10.9 - 15.9 24 -35 1 ¼ teaspoons = 6 mL
4-5 16.0 - 21.3 36 - 47 2 teaspoons = 10 mL
6-8 21.4 - 26.7 48 - 59 2 ½ teaspoons = 12.5 mL
9- 10 26.8 - 32.5 60 - 71 3 teaspoons = 15 mL
11-12 32.6 - 43.0 72 - 95 3 3/4 teaspoons =19 mL

Advil brand of ibuprofen is available for adults in tablet/caplet/capsule/liquid gel dosage forms. The equivalent adult dosage of Children's Advil (100 mg/5 mL) is 10 mL (2 teaspoons equivalent to 200 mg) taken every 4 hours or 20 mL (4 teaspoons equivalent to 400 mg) taken every 6 to 8 hours as needed. Do not to exceed 60 mL (12 teaspoons equivalent to 1200 mg) in 24 hours unless directed by a physician.”Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

Overdose:

In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or a doctor immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

Missed Dose

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not take two doses at the same time.

Junior Strength Advil®

Usual Dose:

Doses below may be repeated every 6-8 hours while symptoms persist, up to 4 doses a day, or as directed by a doctor. If possible use weight to dose; otherwise use age. Do not use longer than 3 days for a fever or 5 days for pain relief.

Do not use more than the recommended amount.

Age Weight Dosage
(yrs.) kg lbs  
<2 Under 10.9 Under 24 Use Advil Pediatric Drops
2-3 10.9 - 15.9 24 -35 1
4-5 16.0 - 21.3 36 - 47 1½
6-8 21.4 - 26.7 48 - 59 2
9- 10 26.8 - 32.5 60 - 71 2½
11-12 32.6 - 43.0 72 - 95 3

ADVIL brand of ibuprofen is available for adults in tablet/caplet/capsule/liquid gel dosage forms. The equivalent adult dosage of Junior Strength Advil, (100 mg/tablet), is 2 tablets (200 mg) taken every 4 hours or 4 tablets (400 mg) taken every 6 to 8 hours as needed. Do not to exceed 12 tablets (1200 mg) in 24 hours unless directed by a physician.Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

Overdose:

In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or a doctor immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

Missed Dose

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not take two doses at the same time.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Usual Dose:

Shake well before using. Use only with enclosed oral syringe. Doses below may be repeated every 6-8 hours while symptoms persist, up to 3 doses a day, or as directed by a doctor. If possible use weight to dose; otherwise use age. Do not use longer than 3 days for a fever or 5 days for pain relief.

Do not use more than the recommended amount.

Age Weight Dosage
  (kg) (lbs)  
0-3 months 2.5-5.4 5.5-11.9 talk to a doctor
4-11 months 5.5-7.9 12-17.5 1 ml
12-23 months 8.0-10.8 18-23 1.4 ml
2-3 years 10.9-15.9 24-35 3 ml

Overdose:

In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or a doctor immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

Missed Dose

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not take two doses at the same time.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Usual Dose:

Shake well before using. Use only with measuring device provided. Doses below may be repeated every 6-8 hours while symptoms persist, up to 3 doses a day, or as directed by a doctor. If possible use weight to dose; otherwise use age. Do not use longer than 3 days for a fever or 5 days for pain relief.

Do not use more than the recommended amount. .

Age Weight Dosage
(yrs.) kg lbs  
<2 Under 10.9 Under 24 Use Advil Pediatric Drops
2-3 10.9 - 15.9 24 -35 1 ¼ teaspoons = 6 mL
4-5 16.0 - 21.3 36 - 47 2 teaspoons = 10 mL
6-8 21.4 - 26.7 48 - 59 2 ½ teaspoons = 12.5 mL
9- 10 26.8 - 32.5 60 - 71 3 teaspoons = 15 mL
11-12 32.6 - 43.0 72 - 95 3 3/4 teaspoons =19 mL

Advil brand of ibuprofen is available for adults in tablet/caplet/capsule/liquid gel dosage forms. The equivalent adult dosage of Children’s Advil Fever from Colds or Flu (100 mg/5 mL) is 10 mL (2 teaspoons equivalent to 200 mg) taken every 4 hours or 20 mL (4 teaspoons equivalent to 400 mg) taken every 6 to 8 hours as needed. Do not to exceed 60 mL (12 teaspoons equivalent to 1200 mg) in 24 hours unless directed by a physician.Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration

Overdose:

In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or a doctor immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

Missed Dose

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not take two doses at the same time.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Usual Dose:

Doses below may be repeated every 6-8 hours while symptoms persist, up to 4 doses a day, or as directed by a doctor. If possible use weight to dose; otherwise use age. Do not use longer than 3 days for a fever or 5 days for pain relief.

Do not use more than the recommended amount. .

Age Weight Dosage
(yrs.) kg lbs  
<2 Under 10.9 Under 24 Use Advil Pediatric Drops
2-3 10.9 - 15.9 24 -35 1
4-5 16.0 - 21.3 36 - 47 1½
6-8 21.4 - 26.7 48 - 59 2
9- 10 26.8 - 32.5 60 - 71 2½
11-12 32.6 - 43.0 72 - 95 3

ADVIL brand of ibuprofen is available for adults in tablet/caplet/capsule dosage forms. The equivalent adult dosage of Junior Strength Advil Fever from Colds or Flu, (100 mg/tablet), is 2 tablets (200 mg) taken every 4 hours or 4 tablets (400 mg) taken every 6 to 8 hours as needed. Do not to exceed 12 tablets (1200 mg) in 24 hours unless directed by a physician.Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

Overdose:

In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or a doctor immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

Missed Dose

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not take two doses at the same time.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Usual Dose:

Shake well before using. Use only with enclosed oral syringe. Doses below may be repeated every 6-8 hours while symptoms persist, up to 3 doses a day, or as directed by a doctor. If possible use weight to dose; otherwise use age. Do not use longer than 3 days for a fever or 5 days for pain relief.

Do not use more than the recommended amount.

Age Weight Dosage
  (kg) (lbs)  
0-3 months 2.5-5.4 5.5-11.9 talk to a doctor
4-11 months 5.5-7.9 12-17.5 1 ml
12-23 months 8.0-10.8 18-23 1.4 ml
2-3 years 10.9-15.9 24-35 3 ml

Overdose:

In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or a doctor immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

Missed Dose

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not take two doses at the same time.
Side effects and what to do about them

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Take with food or milk if upset stomach occurs. If abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation, ringing or buzzing in the ears, nervousness, sleeplessness, dizziness or any change in vision, fluid retention, itching, skin rashes, skin reddening, blisters, blood in vomit, bloody or black stools, or any other unexplained symptoms develop while taking Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets, discontinue use immediately and contact a doctor.

Side effects may be minimized by using the smallest dose for the shortest duration of time.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Children’s Advil®

Take with food or milk if upset stomach occurs. If abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation, ringing or buzzing in the ears, nervousness, sleeplessness, dizziness or any change in vision, fluid retention, itching, skin rashes, skin reddening, blisters, blood in vomit, bloody or black stools, or any other unexplained symptoms develop while taking Children’s Advil, discontinue use immediately and contact a doctor.

Side effects may be minimized by using the smallest dose for the shortest duration of time.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking Children’s Advil, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Junior Strength Advil®

Take with food or milk if upset stomach occurs. If abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation, ringing or buzzing in the ears, nervousness, sleeplessness, dizziness or any change in vision, fluid retention, itching, skin rashes, skin reddening, blisters, blood in vomit, bloody or black stools, or any other unexplained symptoms develop while taking Junior Strength Advil, discontinue use immediately and contact a doctor.

Side effects may be minimized by using the smallest dose for the shortest duration of time.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking Junior Strength Advil®, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Take with food or milk if upset stomach occurs. If abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation, ringing or buzzing in the ears, nervousness, sleeplessness, dizziness or any change in vision, fluid retention, itching, skin rashes, skin reddening, blisters, blood in vomit, bloody or black stools, or any other unexplained symptoms develop while taking Advil Pediatric Drops, discontinue use immediately and contact a doctor.

Side effects may be minimized by using the smallest dose for the shortest duration of time.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking Advil® Pediatric Drops, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Take with food or milk if upset stomach occurs. If abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation, ringing or buzzing in the ears, nervousness, sleeplessness, dizziness or any change in vision, fluid retention, itching, skin rashes, skin reddening, blisters, blood in vomit, bloody or black stools, or any other unexplained symptoms develop while taking Children’s Advil Fever from Colds or Flu, discontinue use immediately and contact a doctor.

Side effects may be minimized by using the smallest dose for the shortest duration of time.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Take with food or milk if upset stomach occurs. If abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation, ringing or buzzing in the ears, nervousness, sleeplessness, dizziness or any change in vision, fluid retention, itching, skin rashes, skin reddening, blisters, blood in vomit, bloody or black stools, or any other unexplained symptoms develop while taking Junior Strength Advil Fever from Colds or Flu, discontinue use immediately and contact a doctor.

Side effects may be minimized by using the smallest dose for the shortest duration of time.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Take with food or milk if upset stomach occurs. If abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation, ringing or buzzing in the ears, nervousness, sleeplessness, dizziness or any change in vision, fluid retention, itching, skin rashes, skin reddening, blisters, blood in vomit, bloody or black stools, or any other unexplained symptoms develop while taking Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu, discontinue use immediately and contact a doctor.

Side effects may be minimized by using the smallest dose for the shortest duration of time.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking Advil® Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

How to store

Children’s Advil® Chewable Tablets

Store at room temperature (15-30°C).

Keep out of reach of children. This package contains enough medicine to seriously harm a child. This package has a child resistant cap. Do not use if body sleeve is broken or missing.

Children’s Advil®

Store at room temperature (15-30°C).

Keep out of reach of children. This package contains enough medicine to seriously harm a child. This package has a child resistant cap. Do not use if body sleeve is broken or missing.

Junior Strength Advil®

Store at room temperature (15-30°C).

Keep out of reach of children. This package contains enough medicine to seriously harm a child. This package has a child resistant cap. Do not use if body sleeve is broken or missing.

Advil Pediatric Drops

Store at room temperature (15-30°C).

Keep out of reach of children. This package contains enough medicine to seriously harm a child. This package has a child resistant cap. Do not use if body sleeve is broken or missing.

Children’s Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Store at room temperature (15-30°C).

Keep out of reach of children. This package contains enough medicine to seriously harm a child. This package has a child resistant cap. Do not use if body sleeve is broken or missing.

Junior Strength Advil® Fever from Colds or Flu

Store at room temperature (15-30°C).

Keep out of reach of children. This package contains enough medicine to seriously harm a child. This package has a child resistant cap. Do not use if body sleeve is broken or missing.

Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu

Store at room temperature (15-30°C).

Keep out of reach of children. This package contains enough medicine to seriously harm a child. This package has a child resistant cap. Do not use if body sleeve is broken or missing.

Reporting side effects

REPORTING SIDE EFFECTS

You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:

NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.

More information

This document plus the full product monograph, prepared for health professionals can be found by contacting the sponsor, GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ULC, Mississauga, ON L5N 6L4 at: 1-888-275-9938 or www.advil.ca.

This leaflet was prepared by
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ULC

Product monograph available to doctors and pharmacists upon request.

Last revised: March 12, 2021

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