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Advil Dosage for Adults
Complete Advil dosage information for adults, including standard Advil, Advil Liqui-Gels, Advil PM, and Advil Dual Action. All products contain ibuprofen as the active pain reliever.
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Advil Adult Dosage Chart
Advil / Advil Liqui-Gels (200 mg ibuprofen)
Standard Advil and Advil Liqui-Gels contain the same 200 mg dose of ibuprofen.
| Age/Weight | Dose | Frequency | Max Daily | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mild pain / Fever | 200 mg (1 tablet or capsule) | Every 4-6 hours | 1,200 mg (6 tablets/capsules) | Take with food or water. |
| Moderate pain | 400 mg (2 tablets or capsules) | Every 4-6 hours | 1,200 mg (6 tablets/capsules) | — |
| Maximum OTC dose | 400 mg | Every 4-6 hours | 1,200 mg | Do not exceed without medical supervision. |
- Dose
- 200 mg (1 tablet or capsule)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 1,200 mg (6 tablets/capsules)
Take with food or water.
- Dose
- 400 mg (2 tablets or capsules)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 1,200 mg (6 tablets/capsules)
- Dose
- 400 mg
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 1,200 mg
Do not exceed without medical supervision.
Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before taking any medication.
Advil PM (200 mg ibuprofen + 38 mg diphenhydramine)
Nighttime formulation for pain that interferes with sleep.
| Age/Weight | Dose | Frequency | Max Daily | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard PM dose | 2 caplets (400 mg ibuprofen + 76 mg diphenhydramine) | Once at bedtime | 2 caplets | Nighttime use only. |
| Maximum PM dose | 2 caplets | Once per night | 2 caplets | Do not use for more than 2 weeks without medical advice. |
- Dose
- 2 caplets (400 mg ibuprofen + 76 mg diphenhydramine)
- Frequency
- Once at bedtime
- Max Daily
- 2 caplets
Nighttime use only.
- Dose
- 2 caplets
- Frequency
- Once per night
- Max Daily
- 2 caplets
Do not use for more than 2 weeks without medical advice.
Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before taking any medication.
Advil Dual Action (250 mg ibuprofen + 500 mg acetaminophen)
Combination pain reliever. Do not use with other products containing ibuprofen OR acetaminophen.
| Age/Weight | Dose | Frequency | Max Daily | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Dual Action dose | 1 caplet | Every 8 hours | 3 caplets | Do not use with other ibuprofen or acetaminophen products. |
| For stronger pain | 2 caplets | Every 8 hours | 6 caplets | Maximum dose; follow package directions closely. |
- Dose
- 1 caplet
- Frequency
- Every 8 hours
- Max Daily
- 3 caplets
Do not use with other ibuprofen or acetaminophen products.
- Dose
- 2 caplets
- Frequency
- Every 8 hours
- Max Daily
- 6 caplets
Maximum dose; follow package directions closely.
Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before taking any medication.
Important Adult Dosage Warnings
Advil Adult Dosage Precautions
- Do not combine different Advil products without accounting for total ibuprofen intake.
- Advil Dual Action should not be used with any other ibuprofen or acetaminophen product.
- Take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
- Advil PM causes drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking.
- Do not use for more than 10 days for pain without consulting a doctor.
For a complete list of warnings and safety information, see the Advil dosage guide warnings section.
Adult Dosage FAQ
Sources & References
- 1.Advil Official Website - Product InformationAccessed 2025-01-15
- 2.FDA - Ibuprofen Drug Facts LabelAccessed 2025-01-15
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