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Does Advil Cold & Sinus contain sodium lauryl sulphate?
A:
Yes, sodium lauryl sulphate is in Advil Cold & Sinus caplets.
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Where can Advil Cold & Sinus be purchased?
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All Advil Cold & Sinus products are sold from any retail outlet in British Columbia. In all other Provinces, Advil Cold & Sinus products are sold through a pharmacy only (self-selection area).
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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?
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Advil Cold & Sinus is not recommended during lactation unless directed by a physician.
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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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How many carbohydrates are in the product?
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The carbohydrate content of the product is negligible.
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How should Advil Cold & Sinus be stored?
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Store at room temperature (15-30°C).
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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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Advil Cold & Sinus - What happens if the product is overdosed?
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In case of overdose, call a poison control centre or a doctor at once even if there are no symptoms.
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Is Advil Cold & Sinus packaged in a child-resistant container?
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Some Advil Cold & Sinus products come with CHILD-LOK® safety caps or pouches such as:

  • Advil Cold & Sinus Caplets 40's, 50's, and 72's;
  • Advil Cold & Sinus PLUS 40's, 50's, and 72's;
  • Advil Cold & Sinus Liqui-Gels 40's and 50's
Please keep in mind that child resistant does not mean child proof and all medications should be stored in a secure location.

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Does Advil Cold & Sinus interact with other medications?
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Do not take Advil Cold & Sinus if taking acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) or other products containing ibuprofen, or if allergic to ASA, salicylates or anti-inflammatory drugs, or any of its ingredients.
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Does the product contain PPA (Phenylpropanolamine)?
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Since November 2001, no product on the Canadian market contains PPA, including Pfizer Consumer Healthcare Products.
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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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Should I take Advil Cold & Sinus that has expired?
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The expiry dating on the product reflects the stability of the active ingredients in Advil. We do not recommend the use of an expired product, as the potency of the product might decline past expiry.
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Advil Cold & Sinus - Where can the lot number and expiry date be found on the package?
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Advil Cold & Sinus sizes of 10, 20 & 24: Left Side-Flap Panel. Sizes of 40, 50 & 72: Right Side-Flap Panel.
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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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Advil Cold & Sinus - Does the product contain alcohol?
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No.
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Advil Cold & Sinus - Does Advil Cold & Sinus contain any animal derivatives?
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Yes. Stearic acid (Bovine origin)
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Does Advil Cold & Sinus contain cornstarch?
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Yes, cornstarch can be found in Advil Cold & Sinus Caplets and Advil Cold & Sinus PLUS.
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Does Advil Cold & Sinus contain lactose or is the product manufactured at the same site as another lactose containing product?
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No.
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Is Advil Cold & Sinus gluten-free and is it safe for people with celiac disease to take?
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Wyeth Consumer Healthcare products are gluten-free and are safe for individuals with celiac disease.
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Does Advil Cold & Sinus contain nuts or is the product manufactured at the same site as another nut containing product?
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Wyeth Consumer Healthcare products DO NOT contain peanut oil, or any peanut or other nut derivatives and are not manufactured at the same site as another nut containing product.
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