Question 1

i take 3 advils 200  mg  for pain.  which is very effective.  is this too much?  i do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours time span.

Accepted Answer

Advildosage: As long s you dont exceed 6 tablets per day you should be okay'

Question 2

how much advil is equal to a mobic (meloxicam) pill?

Accepted Answer

About 8 Advils (ibuprofen): One cannot really make a direct comparison but i would estimate 8 advils equals the antiinflammatory effect of a single  15 mg Mobic (meloxicam) capsule.

Question 3

is it ok to take 2 tablets of advil (ibuprofen) at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes but...: If you have normal renal function and no gastrointestinal bleeding or ulcers, then an occasional dose of 400 mg Ibuprofen (2 tabs) may be ok.  The maximum is 2400 mg per day.  However, you should not take that on a regular basis - it will affect the kidneys and it greatly increases the risk of esophageal or stomach bleeding.  Also, it depends on what other meds you take.  Check with your doctor.

Question 4

is it safe to take an advil 200mg pill after taking 2 fluconazole 150 mg pills? (for the past 2 days)

Accepted Answer

Careful: Fluconazole will increase the serum level of Advil. The fluconazole interacts with Advil metabolism in the liver. 
Taking a dose probably not a problem, but I would be careful if taking regularly.

Question 5

got a pill from a friend i recently got a pill from a friend. he told me it was like tylenol or advil.  it is red on one half and blue on the other, with a white stripe separating the colours in the middle. it is a capsule shape. i have taken one with no

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A : A number of things should be noted from your questions. First - it is generally not a good practice to take medication, whether "over-the-counter" or prescription, from someone else. Even well intentioned friends may not know important details of your medical history that may make it unwise or dangerous to use certain medications. Second - "tylenol" is a brand name for acetaminophen, and "advil" is a brand name for ibuprofen. Although both of these medications can be used for fever or pain reduction, they are different types of medication. Whether either of them is safe or correct for you to use could only be determined based on your medical background: important facts would include medications you may take for chronic conditions, and any history of allergies or intolerance of other medications. Third - there are many online "pill identifier" websites now; but the medication you are referring to may not be referenced since it is an over-the-counter product. Better to consult with your physician about what medications are right for you, and take only medication that you can verify by it's source bottle or package.

Question 6

can i take advil with antacid and pain relief tablets?

Accepted Answer

Advil: Advil is safe to take with many medicines or antacids, but which pain relief tablets do you mean? Please let us know so we can help you better.

Question 7

what are the dangers of drinking neuro sleep and taking advil liquid tablets 400mg which is 2 pills?

Accepted Answer

None: If it is Neuro Sleep on Amazon it contains 3 mg Melatonin. No problems with that and OTC Advil liquid. 
The  Advil liquid can irritate the stomach so take with food.

Question 8

will i be okay if i took 1 tablet of advil (ibuprofen) around 10-11 am and then had a shot and 1/2 of vodka at 8:30 pm?

Accepted Answer

Should be OK.: There should be no problem.  However, if you have any worrying symptoms, do get checked.

Question 9

about to take a prescribed adderall ir 10mg tablet right now at 9:00pm,  would it be okay to take an advil pm at around 2:30am to be able to sleep?

Accepted Answer

What??: If you are taking Adderall (a stimulant) at  9 pm - that is why you aren't sleeping. Take the Adderall much earlier in the day - and you may not need any sleep aid.

Question 10

if i  take 4 advil every 8 hrs will i receive the same  benefits as  one 800mg tablet of ibuprofen or does it lose potency being in multiple tablets?

Accepted Answer

Should be the same: Four of the 200mg tablets will have the same effect as one of the 800mg tablets.  A patient should not notice any difference between taking 4 small tablets or one big tablet.

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I take 3 advils 200 mg for pain. which is very effective. is this too much? i do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours time span.

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How much advil is equal to a mobic (meloxicam) pill?

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Is it ok to take 2 tablets of advil (ibuprofen) at once?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take an advil 200mg pill after taking 2 fluconazole 150 mg pills? (for the past 2 days)

A member asked:

Got a pill from a friend i recently got a pill from a friend. he told me it was like tylenol or advil. it is red on one half and blue on the other, with a white stripe separating the colours in the middle. it is a capsule shape. i have taken one with no

A member asked:

Can i take advil with antacid and pain relief tablets?

A member asked:

What are the dangers of drinking neuro sleep and taking advil liquid tablets 400mg which is 2 pills?

A member asked:

Will i be okay if i took 1 tablet of advil (ibuprofen) around 10-11 am and then had a shot and 1/2 of vodka at 8:30 pm?

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About to take a prescribed adderall ir 10mg tablet right now at 9:00pm, would it be okay to take an advil pm at around 2:30am to be able to sleep?

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If i take 4 advil every 8 hrs will i receive the same benefits as one 800mg tablet of ibuprofen or does it lose potency being in multiple tablets?

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