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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Safety profiles. No new safety concerns were identified with Advil® DUAL ACTION compared with each ingredient alone. Refer to the Drug Facts label for specific warnings associated with acetaminophen and NSAID use. How common is it to combine acetaminophen and ibuprofen for pain relief? In a recent survey, 31% of dentists reported that they are already recommending the monocomponents together. Now HCPs can recommend both ingredients in one pill.4 Advil® DUAL ACTION is the first FDA-approved ibuprofen/acetaminophen combination. What is the dosing of Advil® DUAL ACTION and how does that compare to single ingredient ibuprofen and or acetaminophen? Each Advil® DUAL ACTION tablet contains 125 mg of ibuprofen and 250 mg of acetaminophen and can be taken as 2 tablets every 8 hours, for a total of 6 tablets per day. Individually ibuprofen and acetaminophen usually need to be dosed every 4-6 hours.5,6 Total maximum daily dose comparison between Advil® DUAL ACTION and each ingredient alone: Why does Advil® DUAL ACTION work for 8 hours? Advil® DUAL ACTION lasts 8 hours as a result of the two different modes of action working in concert. The two differing mechanisms make for a prolonged duration of pain-fighting power. Advil® DUAL ACTION Advil® DUAL ACTION can be used to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains due to headache, toothache, menstrual cramps, backache, muscular aches, and the minor pain of arthritis. Where can I find additional information on NSAIDS regarding coronavirus? You can find information about NSAID use for coronavirus symptoms at gskhealthpartner.com/covid19. Why isn’t Advil® DUAL ACTION indicated for fever reduction when both ibuprofen and acetaminophen are proven antipyretics? In order for the FDA to approve an indication for a combination product, the combination product needs to outperform both individual components. While both ibuprofen and acetaminophen are proven antipyretics, the combination did not provide statistical significance over each ingredient alone in clinical studies. How will Advil® DUAL ACTION be supplied and how much will it cost? See table for sizing and approximate pricing for Advil® DUAL ACTION. Please note that the average retail price will vary based on retailer.
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