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What ingredients are in Advil (ibuprofen)?
Advil is a brand of ibuprofen. The active ingredient in Advil is ibuprofen [1].
The specific inactive ingredients depend on the exact Advil product and form (for example, regular tablets vs. Liqui-Gels vs. chewables vs. extended-release). Those inactive ingredients are listed on the product’s “Drug Facts” panel or packaging for that exact formulation.
What does “active ingredient” mean for Advil?
For Advil, the active ingredient is ibuprofen (the ingredient that provides pain and fever relief) [1]. Any other ingredients on the label are inactive ingredients such as binders, coatings, flavorings, or other formulation components, which help the tablet/capsule work as intended.
Which Advil product are you asking about?
Advil comes in multiple formulations, and the inactive ingredients change by product type. If you tell me the exact product name (for example, “Advil Liqui-Gels,” “Advil Tablets,” “Advil Children’s,” or “Advil Extended Release”) and the strength (like 200 mg), I can narrow down the full ingredient list to match that specific version.
Where to check the ingredient list on the box or bottle
Look for the “Drug Facts” section. It will list:
- Active ingredient: ibuprofen [1]
- Inactive ingredients: listed separately under the inactive ingredients heading for that product
Source
- FDA, Drug Label Information for Advil (ibuprofen) (search and label pages vary by specific product/form). https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/daf/