What's the recommended dosage of advil to take with water?

Advil is ibuprofen, an NSAID. Dosing depends on age and body weight. Here are general OTC guidelines:

- Adults (18+)
- Typical dose: 200–400 mg every 4–6 hours as needed.
- Do not exceed 1,200 mg in 24 hours (that’s 6 of the 200 mg tablets or 3 of the 400 mg tablets) unless a doctor says otherwise.
- Take with a full glass of water (about 8 oz). If you have stomach upset, take with food or milk.
- Don’t lie down for 30 minutes after taking.

- Children (6 months to 11 years)
- Use the children’s formulation and dosing device that comes with the product.
- Dose is usually 5–10 mg/kg per dose every 6–8 hours as needed.
- Do not exceed 40 mg/kg per day.
- If your child is under 6 months, or if you’re unsure about dosing, check with a pediatrician.

Important safety and cautions
- Do not mix with other NSAIDs (including aspirin) unless advised by a clinician.
- Take with food or water if GI upset occurs; avoid alcohol.
- Do not use if you have a stomach ulcer/bleeding, kidney disease, severe heart failure, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or a known allergy to NSAIDs.
- If you’re pregnant (especially in the later weeks) or planning pregnancy, talk to your doctor first.
- If symptoms persist beyond a few days, or fever/pain is severe, or you have any side effects (stomach pain that doesn’t go away, vomiting blood, black stools, severe allergic reaction), seek medical advice.

If you’d like, tell me your age/weight, any medical conditions, and any other meds you’re taking, and I can help tailor the dose.