What it is used for

Temporary relief of acute pain where inflammation is present such as back, neck and muscle pain. Temporary relief of headache, migraine, period pain, dental pain, sore throat, arthritis pain and pain associated with the common cold and flu. Reduces fever.

How to take it

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

• The way to take this medicine: Oral
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Store in a Dry Place
• Lifetime is 36 Months.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Clear, green, oval soft gelatin capsule.

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Do I need a prescription?

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacy without prescription. They are Schedule 2: Pharmacy Medicine.

• 100 pack
• 30 pack
• 40 pack
• 48 pack
• 50 pack
• 90 pack

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. These medicines are Not Scheduled.

• 10 pack
• 12 pack
• 2 (sample pack) pack
• 20 pack
• 24 pack
• 4 (professional sample) pack
• 6 pack
• 6 (sample pack) pack

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine may be subsidised which may make it cheaper. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Over 65?

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

• ibuprofen

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient ibuprofen

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

What it is used for

Advil Effervescent provides temporary relief of acute pain where inflammation is present such as back, neck and muscle ache. It also provides temporary relief of pain and discomfort associated with headache, migraine, tension headache, sinus, muscle ache, back ache, menstruation, toothache & dental procedures, sore throat, arthritis, osteoarthritis, tennis elbow, fibrositis, neuralgia and the common cold and flu. Reduces fever.

How to take it

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

• The way to take this medicine: Oral
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Store in a Dry Place
• Lifetime is 18 Months.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

White or almost white, round, even and facet on both sides

Do I need a prescription?

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacy without prescription. They are Schedule 2: Pharmacy Medicine.

• 40 pack

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. These medicines are Not Scheduled.

• 10 pack
• 20 pack

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine may be subsidised which may make it cheaper. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Over 65?

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

• ibuprofen

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient ibuprofen

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.