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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
By combining ibuprofen with an antihistamine called chlorpheniramineAdvil Multi-Symptom Cold & Flu: Used to treat severe cold and flu symptoms by combining ibuprofen with chlorpheniramine and a decongestant called phenylephrineJunior Advil: A chewable tablet made for children containing 100 mg of ibuprofen Because Advil and Motrin are both NSAIDs, you cannot use them simultaneously. Doing so can increase the risk of side effects and complications like stomach ulcers. How to Take Motrin or Advil There are no dosage differences between Motrin IB and Advil. Most OTC ibuprofen tablets contain 200 milligrams of ibuprofen in each tablet. The recommended dosage of Motrin or Advil for adults and children 12 and over is two tablets (400 mg) every four to six hours, as needed. Motrin and Advil can be taken with or without food. Swallow the pill or capsule whole with water. Do not chew, particularly film-coated tablets which are meant to be released gradually in the body. Other formulations may have different dosing schedules, so read the package label to ensure you take the drug correctly or speak with your pharmacist. This is especially true when using Motrin or Advil in children under 12 years. Side Effects of Motrin and Advil Motrin and Advil are generally safe and well-tolerated when taken as directed. Side effects tend to be mild and may include: HeadachesIndigestionGasDizzinessNausea or vomitingWhen to Call 911On rare occasions, ibuprofen can trigger a severe, whole-body allergy called anaphylaxis. Left untreated, anaphylaxis can lead to shock, coma, and death.Call 911 or seek emergency care if you experience the following after taking Motrin or Advil:Rash or hivesFacial swelling Shortness of breathWheezingIrregular or rapid breathingSudden diarrheaShallow, rapid breathingSwelling of the face, tongue, or throatA feeling of impending doom Severe Complications of Motrin and Advil Arguably the most serious side effect of Motrin and Advil is the risk of peptic ulcers. Severe cases have been known to cause internal bleeding and death. All NSAIDs pose a risk of ulcers due to the suppression of prostaglandins. This is because, in addition to regulating inflammation, prostaglandins also help regulate blood clotting. By reducing prostaglandin levels, your body is less able to control bleeding. Seek immediate care if you have signs or symptoms of NSAID-induce ulcers, including: NauseaBurning stomach painBurpingBloatingIndigestionBloody or tarry stoolsVomiting blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds Who Is at Risk? People who overuse ibuprofen are at greatest risk of peptic ulcers. In some cases, overdosing can be accidental if you take two or more products containing ibuprofen (like Sudafed PE). Others may be at risk of ulcers due to underlying conditions, including:Being 60 years of age and olderHaving a history of stomach ulcersHaving a bleeding disorder, like hemophiliaTaking a blood thinner such
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