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ADVIL COLD AND SINUS - ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride capsule, liquid filled 
Pfizer Consumer Healthcare

ADVIL COLD & SINUS
(ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine HCl)

DRUG FACTS

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS (IN EACH LIQUID-FILLED CAPSULE)

Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)*

(present as the free acid and potassium salt)

Pseudoephedrine HCl 30 mg

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

PURPOSES

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Nasal decongestant

USES

temporarily relieves these symptoms associated with the common cold or flu:

  • headache
  • fever
  • sinus pressure
  • nasal congestion
  • minor body aches and pains

WARNINGS

Allergy alert:

Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:

  • hives
  • facial swelling
  • asthma (wheezing)
  • shock
  • skin reddening
  • rash
  • blisters

If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning:

This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:

  • are age 60 or older
  • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
  • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
  • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
  • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
  • take more or for a longer time than directed

Do not use

  • in children under 12 years of age
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • right before or after heart surgery
  • if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask a doctor before use if

  • stomach bleeding warning applies to you
  • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
  • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, thyroid disease, diabetes or trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • you are taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

  • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • taking any other product that contains pseudoephedrine or any other nasal decongestant
  • taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
  • taking any other drug

When using this product

  • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
  • the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
    • feel faint
    • vomit blood
    • have bloody or black stools
    • have stomach pain that does not get better
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • nasal congestion lasts for more than 7 days
  • symptoms continue or get worse
  • redness or swelling is present in the painful area
  • you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
  • any new symptoms appear

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

DIRECTIONS

  • do not take more than directed
  • the smallest effective dose should be used
  • adults and children 12 years of age and over:
    • take 1 capsule every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist. If symptoms do not respond to 1 capsule, 2 capsules may be used.
    • do not use more than 6 capsules in any 24-hour period unless directed by a doctor
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use

OTHER INFORMATION

  • each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
  • read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C red no. 40, fractionated coconut oil, gelatin, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

call toll-free 1-800-88-ADVIL

PRODUCT PACKAGING

The product packaging shown below represents a sample of that currently in use. Additional packaging may also be available.

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Advil COLD & SINUS Liqui-Gels

Non-Drowsy

Ibuprofen 200 mg >> Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)

Pseudoephedrine HCl 30 mg >> Nasal Decongestant

Relieves Sinus Pressure, Nasal Congestion and Fever

32 LIQUID-FILLED CAPSULES

READ AND KEEP CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND INFORMATION

Product inside sealed in plastic blister with foil backing. Do Not Use if plastic blister or foil barrier is broken.

For most recent product information visit www.advil.com

Distributed by: Pfizer, Madison, NJ 07940 USA

©2010 Pfizer Inc.

U.S. Patent Pending

LIQUI-GELS is a trademark or registered trademark of Catalent Pharma Solutions.

Advil COLD & SINUS Liqui-Gels Packaging

ADVIL COLD AND SINUS 
ibuprofen, pseudoephedrine hcl  capsule, liquid filled
Product Information
Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG NDC Product Code (Source) 0573-0184
Route of Administration ORAL DEA Schedule     
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
ibuprofen (ibuprofen) ibuprofen 200 mg
pseudoephedrine hydrochloride (pseudoephedrine) pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mg
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name Strength
D&C yellow no. 10  
FD&C red no. 40  
coconut acid  
gelatin  
polyethylene glycols  
potassium hydroxide  
sorbitan  
sorbitol  
water  
Product Characteristics
Color ORANGE (light orange to light yellow with a slight orange hue) Score no score
Shape OVAL (oval softgel) Size 15mm
Flavor Imprint Code Advil;C;S;with;black;ink
Contains     
Packaging
# NDC Package Description Multilevel Packaging
1 0573-0184-32 1 BLISTER PACK In 1 CARTON contains a BLISTER PACK
1 32 CAPSULE In 1 BLISTER PACK This package is contained within the CARTON (0573-0184-32)
2 0573-0184-16 2 BLISTER PACK In 1 CARTON contains a BLISTER PACK
2 8 CAPSULE In 1 BLISTER PACK This package is contained within the CARTON (0573-0184-16)

Marketing Information
Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
NDA NDA021374 05/30/2002

Labeler - Pfizer Consumer Healthcare (828831730)
Revised: 06/2011Pfizer Consumer Healthcare