Advil is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that contains ibuprofen as its active ingredient. Advil is available in various forms, including oral tablets, capsules, and liquid gels. However, there is no topical form of Advil available in the market [1].

According to a study published in the US National Library of Medicine, topical ibuprofen is an effective treatment for osteoarthritis, tendinitis, and other inflammatory conditions. The study found that topical ibuprofen provided pain relief and improved physical function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee and hand. The study also found that topical ibuprofen was as effective as oral ibuprofen in treating pain and inflammation [2].

While Advil is not available in topical form, there are other topical NSAIDs available in the market, such as Voltaren gel. Voltaren gel contains diclofenac as its active ingredient and is used to treat pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other conditions. A comparison between Voltaren gel and oral ibuprofen found that both treatments were effective in reducing pain and inflammation, but Voltaren gel had a lower risk of gastrointestinal side effects [3].

In conclusion, Advil is not available in topical form, but topical ibuprofen has been found to be an effective treatment for pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis, tendinitis, and other inflammatory conditions. However, there are other topical NSAIDs available in the market, such as Voltaren gel, which has been found to be effective in treating pain and inflammation with a lower risk of gastrointestinal side effects compared to oral ibuprofen.

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/ADVIL
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5629190/
[3] https://www.verywellhealth.com/voltaren-vs-ibuprofen-5094570