Advil Dual Action
125 mg + 250 mg · tablet, film coated
- Available without prescription
- Active substance
- ibuprofen + acetaminophen
- Made by
- Haleon US Holdings LLC
- Source
- Official label
Quoted from the official source. Not yet reviewed by Mediclarum — the leaflet in your pack is authoritative.
At a glance
Quoted from the official label · 2025-04-21
Pain reliever
Take 2 caplets every 8 hours while symptoms persist
do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
Full directions ↓With any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist
All warnings ↓- Sold without a prescription
- Mediclarum could not reach the FDA to check for recalls just now. This is not a result.
Every line above is selected, not written, from the official label. Nothing is reworded. US National Library of Medicine
What it is for
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- headache
- toothache
- backache
- menstrual cramps
- muscular aches
- minor pain of arthritis
From the official label · 2025-04-21 · US National Library of Medicine
Do not take it if
- with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen or any other pain reliever
- right before or after heart surgery
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Do Not Use”.
How to take it
These directions are for this exact strength and form. Another one is different.
- do not take more than directed
- do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
- adults and children
- 12 years and over
- take 2 caplets every 8 hours while symptoms persist
- children under 12 years
Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.
Ask a doctor first if
- you have liver disease
- stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers
- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke
- you are taking a diuretic
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Ask Doctor”.
Ask a pharmacist first if
- under a doctor's care for any serious condition
- taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
- taking any other drug
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Ask Doctor/Pharmacist”.
Stop and get help if
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
- feel faint
- vomit blood
- have bloody or black stools
- have stomach pain that does not get better
- chest pain
- trouble breathing
- weakness in one part or side of body
- slurred speech
- leg swelling
- you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke:
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Stop Use”.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Pregnancy or Breast Feeding”.
Keep away from children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Keep Out of Reach of Children”.
How to store it
- read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
Quoted from the official label, section “Storage and Handling”.
What kind of medicine it is
Pain reliever
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Purpose”.
Other ingredients
Relevant if you react to a dye, a preservative, lactose or gluten.
carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, ferric oxides, glyceryl dibehenate, hypromellose, pharmaceutical ink, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, pregelatinized starch, titanium dioxide
Quoted from the official label, section “Inactive Ingredients”.
Same active substance, strength and form in other countries
Matched on active substance, strength and kind of form only. This is not a statement that the products are equivalent or interchangeable: other ingredients, release and approved uses can differ — ask a pharmacist before swapping.
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BulgariaNo exact match for this strength and form
Canada1 matching products
NetherlandsNo exact match for this strength and form
Details
| Made by | Haleon US Holdings LLC · United States |
|---|---|
| Active substance | ibuprofen + acetaminophen |
| Strength | 125 mg + 250 mg |
| Form | tablet, film coated |
| NDC | 0573-0147 |
| SPL Set ID | f5ea858e-76d9-4777-b3dc-5d614f66d485 |
Source: DailyMed (Structured Product Labeling) · 2025-04-21 · not reviewed by a clinician
Source: National Library of Medicine (DailyMed). Label text as approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. Reuse terms: US government work (NLM).