Sleep-wake disorders:
Indications for: ADVIL PM
Relief of occasional sleeplessness when associated with minor aches and pains.
Adult Dosage:
2 caplets or liqui-gels at bedtime. Max 2 caplets or liqui-gels/24hrs.
Children Dosage:
<12yrs: not recommended.
ADVIL PM Contraindications:
Aspirin allergy. Unless sufficient time for a full night's sleep. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery. Sleeplessness without pain. Concomitant with other diphenhydramine-containing products (including topicals).
ADVIL PM Warnings/Precautions:
Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding (esp. ≥60yrs old). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Respiratory disorders (eg, emphysema, bronchitis). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Liver cirrhosis. Renal disease. Asthma. Glaucoma. GI or urinary obstruction. Reevaluate if pain persists or worsens after >10 days or sleeplessness persists continuously >2 weeks. Elderly. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended. Nursing mothers.
See Also:
ADVIL PM Classification:
NSAID + hypnotic (anticholinergic).
ADVIL PM Interactions:
Avoid aspirin or other pain relievers. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAID-containing products (eg, ibuprofen, naproxen, others), ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day, or prolonged use. Caution with diuretics. Additive effects with other antihistamines, anticholinergics, sedatives, tranquilizers, or any other sleep-aid.
Adverse Reactions:
Drowsiness, GI upset/bleed, rash, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, feel faint, slurred speech), redness, swelling, allergic reactions; discontinue if occur.
How Supplied:
Caplets—2, 20, 40, 80, 120 (orig or EZ open), 200; Liqui-Gels—20, 40, 80
