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What is the recommended Advil (ibuprofen) dose for adults?
Advil (ibuprofen) dosing depends on age and the reason you’re taking it (pain vs. fever). For adults, a common over-the-counter (OTC) regimen is 200 mg per dose, taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Do not exceed 1,200 mg of ibuprofen in 24 hours without medical advice.
How much should you take for kids (pediatric dosing)?
Children’s dosing is based on body weight. OTC ibuprofen products typically provide dosing instructions in mg/kg. Use the dosing chart that comes with your specific product and measure with the included dosing device. Avoid giving ibuprofen to children younger than 6 months unless a clinician tells you to.
What’s the maximum daily dose?
For OTC use in adults, the usual maximum is 1,200 mg of ibuprofen per day (the total from all ibuprofen-containing products). Higher doses require clinician supervision.
Can you take Advil with other medicines?
Check labels to avoid double-dosing. Many cold/flu or pain products can contain NSAIDs (or other overlapping ingredients). If you take blood thinners, have kidney disease, have a history of stomach ulcers/bleeding, or take steroids/other NSAIDs, ask a clinician before using Advil.
What should you do if symptoms don’t improve?
If fever lasts more than a couple of days, pain lasts more than about a week, or symptoms worsen, stop using the OTC dosing and get medical advice.
Pregnancy and Advil: when to avoid it?
NSAIDs like ibuprofen are generally avoided during pregnancy unless a clinician specifically recommends them, especially later in pregnancy.
Important safety: who should seek medical advice first?
Avoid self-dosing (or use only with clinician guidance) if you have a history of GI bleeding/ulcers, kidney problems, severe heart disease, are on anticoagulants, or have poorly controlled high blood pressure.
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