ADVIL COLD & SINUS OTC

Indications for ADVIL COLD & SINUS:

Nasal congestion, sinus pressure, headache, minor aches and pains, fever.

Adult:

Take with food. 1–2 caplets every 4–6hrs; max 6 caplets/24hrs.

Children:

<12yrs: not recommended.

Contraindications:

Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery. During or within 14 days of MAOIs.

Warnings/Precautions:

Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding (esp. ≥60yrs old). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Liver cirrhosis. Renal disease. Asthma. Thyroid disease. Diabetes. GI or urinary obstruction. Reevaluate if fever persists or worsens >3 days or nasal congestion lasts >7 days. Elderly. Pregnancy (avoid during 3^rd trimester). Nursing mothers.

Pharmacological Class:

NSAID + sympathomimetic.

Interactions:

Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers may increase the pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Caution with diuretics. Avoid aspirin, pseudoephedrine-containing products, other pain relievers or nasal decongestants. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAIDs, ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day, or prolonged use.

Adverse Reactions:

Nervousness, dizziness, insomnia, GI upset/bleed, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, feel faint, slurred speech), redness, swelling, allergic reactions; discontinue if occur.

How Supplied:

Caplets—20, 40; Liqui-Gels—32