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Advil Migraine

Ibuprofen

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The generic name of this medication is ibuprofen and brand name is Advil Liqui-Gels.

The active ingredient of this medication is solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen.

Advil Migraine is manufactured by Wyeth Ayerst Pharmaceuticals.

Mainly used in the treatment of minor aches and pains caused by the common cold, headaches, toothaches, back or muscle aches, menstrual cramps, and/or arthritis.

Common Uses:

This medication is used in treating minor aches and pains caused by the common cold, headaches, toothaches, back or muscle aches, menstrual cramps or arthritis.

Off Label Uses:

The off label use of this medication is that it may also be used to reduce fever.

Side Effects:
Constipation
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Gas
Headache
Heartburn
Nausea
Stomach pain or upset

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended for patients with the following conditions:
If allergic to any ingredient in Advil Liqui-Gels.
If there has been a severe allergic reaction (severe rash, hives, trouble breathing, growths in the nose, dizziness) to aspirin or an NSAID (eg ibuprofen, celecoxib).
If patient has recently undergone or will undergo bypass heart surgery.
During the last trimester of pregnancy.

Drug Interactions:
Anticoagulants (warfarin), aspirin, corticosteroids (prednisone), heparin or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as fluoxetine.
Probenecid.
Cyclosporine, lithium, methotrexate, or quinolones (ciprofloxacin).
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg enalapril) or diuretics (eg furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide).

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Brands	Effectiveness	Holistic Benefits	Side Effects	Number of Ratings
Advil Migraine	7.71	4.99	0.94	17
Ibuprofen	7.09	6.27	1.59	56
Advil	6.87	5.71	1.06	124
Aspirin	6.83	5.51	1.09	87
Paracetamol	6.47	5.61	1.68	55
Tylenol	6.44	5.55	1.34	255

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Effectiveness of Advil Migraine by Condition

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Advil Migraine, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	5.6%	94.4%	0%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	5.6%	88.9%	5.6%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Confidence	0%	5.6%	94.4%	0%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Digestion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	0%	0%	89.5%	10.5%	0%
Energy	0%	0%	94.4%	5.6%	0%
Eyesight	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Memory	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	0%	94.4%	5.6%	0%
Pain	11.1%	5.6%	83.3%	0%	0%
Patience	0%	5.6%	88.9%	5.6%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	94.4%	5.6%	0%
Sleep	0%	10%	85%	5%	0%
Stress Level	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%

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Commonly Reported Advil Migraine Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Chest Heaviness / Pressure	93.8%	6.2%	0%	0%	0%
Dehydration / Thirst	92.9%	7.1%	0%	0%	0%
Depression	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Dizziness	94.1%	5.9%	0%	0%	0%
Drowsiness	94.1%	5.9%	0%	0%	0%
Fatigue	94.4%	5.6%	0%	0%	0%
Feeling of Warmth	93.8%	6.2%	0%	0%	0%
Fever	75%	0%	0%	25%	0%
Headache	94.1%	0%	0%	5.9%	0%
Mood Swings	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Nausea	94.1%	5.9%	0%	0%	0%
Slow Heartbeat	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Tingling Sensations	93.8%	6.2%	0%	0%	0%
Unusual Taste in Mouth	93.8%	6.2%	0%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Advil Migraine Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Dry Mouth	94.1%	5.9%	0%	0%	0%
Migraine / Chronic Daily Headaches	93.8%	0%	6.2%	0%	0%

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Episodes since taking Advil Migraine

Since taking Advil Migraine Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:

Blindness

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20 Jun 2016	It is good medicine to take. it cures everything. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
05 Mar 2011	It is very helpful, it releives migranes completely. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
28 Jun 2010	advil migraine really works for me. i would recommend this medication to all the people who have migraine. it will show its effect within 3-4 hrs. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
28 Jun 2010	all people suffering from migraine should take this medication. it really works. You can see the difference in 3-4 hrs. i just love it —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
19 Jun 2010	it works very well for me .....i will recommend this medicaiton to anyone —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use

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