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Advil (Ibuprofen)
Advil is a commonover-the-counter (OTC)pain medication used to treat various conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, dysmenorrhea, and mild to moderate pain. Advil is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by inhibiting the formation ofprostaglandins, which are a type of signal molecule used by various cells of the body. Fact Table Formula C13H18O2 License US FDA, EU EMA Bioavailability 80–100% Legal status US: OTC / Rx-only Chemical Name Ibuprofen Elimination half-life 2–4 h Dosage (Strength) 200mg, 300mg, 400mg Pregnancy Not recommended Brands Advil, Motrin Protein binding 98% PubChem CID 3672 MedlinePlus a682159 ChEBI 5855 ATC code C01EB16 DrugBank DB01050 KEGG D00126 Routes of administration By mouth

Advil (Ibuprofen)

  • The usual OTC dose for Advil is 200 mg tablets. The 400 mg and 800 mg tablets are prescription-only. Do not take more than 3200 mg of Advil per day unless directed otherwise by your physician. The usual Advil dosage is 1-2 tablets by mouth every four to six hours as needed for pain. Advil and other NSAIDs should be taken with food. Advil should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest period.
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