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Using Advil

Q:
Is it safe to consume Advil on a long-term basis?
A:
Advil is recommended for duration of 5 days at a time. As for long-term usage, this would be under the advice of a physician/healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the recommended dose unless advised by a physician.
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Can Advil still be used if not stored according to directions i.e. frozen, refrigerated, heated, left in car, thawed, etc.?
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We cannot guarantee the product if it is stored beyond the recommended storage conditions. In such cases, we recommend that the consumer not take the product.
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Is Advil safe for use during pregnancy?
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Advil products are not recommended during pregnancy unless directed by a physician.
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Is Advil safe for use during nursing/lactation?
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The high protein binding and lower pH of breast milk versus plasma tend to inhibit the excretion of ibuprofen into breast milk. It is estimated that the infant exposure is 0.0008% of the maternal dose, which is significantly low. However, lactating mothers should consult a physician before taking Advil.
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What is the maximum daily dose of Advil?
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For Advil Regular Strength Tablets, Caplets, Gel Caplets, and Liqui-Gels: Do not exceed 6 tablets, caplets, gel caplets, or liqui-gels in 24 hours, unless directed by a physician. For Advil Extra Strength Caplets, Advil Muscle & Joint and Advil Extra Strength Liqui- Gels: Do not exceed 3 caplets or liqui-gels in 24 hours, unless directed by a physician.
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How should Advil be stored?
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Store at room temperature (15-30°C).
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Can the product be used on pets?
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Ibuprofen is used for pain relief in dogs. The approximate ibuprofen dose for dogs is 5 mg/kg per day. We recommend that when used in animals, a veterinarian should be consulted. For some dogs, because it can cause gastric ulcers and performations it may not be recommended.
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Advil Cold & Sinus - How should Advil Cold & Sinus be stored?
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Store at room temperature (15-30°C).
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How quickly does the product work?
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Liqui-Gels is twice as fast as the caplets or tablets. The Liqui-Gel will start to act within 30 minutes, while the caplets might take around 50 minutes. The efficacy when it comes to pain relief will be achieved in both forms, however, when one needs a fast acting form, the Liqui-Gel is more relevant.
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Is the product safe for use in children?
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Children 12 and under should use Children’s Advil.
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Is it safe to consume Advil Cold & Sinus on a long-term basis?
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Advil Cold & Sinus is recommended for duration of 5 days at a time. As for long-term usage, this would be under the advice of a physician/healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the recommended dose unless advised by a physician.
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Advil Cold & Sinus - Can the product still be used if not stored according to directions i.e. frozen, refrigerated, heated, left in car, thawed, etc.?
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We cannot guarantee the product if it is stored beyond the recommended storage conditions. In such cases, we recommend that the product is not taken.
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Is Advil Cold & Sinus safe for use during pregnancy?
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Advil Cold & Sinus is not recommended during pregnancy unless directed by a physician.
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Is Advil Cold & Sinus safe for use during nursing/lactation?
A:
Advil Cold & Sinus is not recommended during lactation unless directed by a physician.
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What is the maximum daily dose of Advil Cold & Sinus?
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Do not exceed 6 caplets or liqui-gels in 24 hours, unless directed by a physician.
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Is it safe to consume Children's Advil on a long-term basis?
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Children's Advil is recommended for 5 days for pain relief and 3 days for fever relief. Consult a physician if the symptoms persist for more than 3 days. Do not exceed the recommended dose unless advised by a physician.
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Can Children's Advil still be used if not stored according to directions?
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We cannot guarantee the product if it is stored beyond the recommended storage conditions. In such cases, we recommend that the product is not taken.
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What is the maximum daily dose of Children's Advil?
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For Advil Pediatric Drops, Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu, Children's Advil, Children's Advil Fever from Colds or Flu: 3 doses a day (dose dependent on age/weight), or as directed by a doctor. For Junior Strength Advil, Junior Strength Advil Fever from Colds or Flu, Children's Advil Cold & Children's Advil Cold & Flu Multi-symptom: 4 doses a day (dose dependent on age/weight), or as directed by a doctor.
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How should Children's Advil be stored?
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Advil Pediatric Drops, Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu, Children's Advil Suspension, Children's Advil Fever from Colds or Flu, Children's Advil Cold, Children's Advil Cold & Flu Multi-symptom: Store at room temperature (15-30°C). Junior Strength Advil, Junior Strength Advil Fever from Colds or Flu: Store at room temperature (20°-25°C), protect from moisture and excessive heat.
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Should I use Children's Advil for my child's fever?
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Yes. Children's Advil has been scientifically proven to be effective in the reduction of fever in children when used and dosed as per directions on the product label.
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