However, the drug will not stop the progression of these diseases.
It’s also not an appropriate treatment for everyone.
People with heart disease or kidney disease, for example, should not take Advil.
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Also, the OTC version of Advil may not be strong enough to help some people with their pain.
In those instances, your healthcare provider may prescribe high-dose ibuprofen.
This article explains how Advil works to reduce pain and the benefits and risks for people with arthritis.
Advils ability to lessen pain is rooted in the fact that it lowers the amountprostaglandinsin the body.
These hormone-like chemicals cause inflammation.
Theyre produced bycyclooxygenaseenzymes (COX-1 and COX-2).
Advil works to block these enzymes, thus stopping the creation ofprostaglandins.
For children, discuss the proper dosage with your healthcare provider.
Eating before you take the pills or caplets can help you avoid these problems.
Side Effects
Like all medications, Advil can have side effects.
These may range from mild to life-threatening.
Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects can occur with any medication.
Two of the most serious side effects of Advil are stomach bleeding and heart problems or stroke.
Cardiovascular Health
Like all NSAIDs, Advil increases your risk of heart failure.
Pregnancy
Studies have found that taking NSAIDs early in pregnancy can result in birth defects.
Your healthcare provider may put you on a specific dosage and timing of these drugs.
Complications
Some preliminary research of people with knee arthritis shows that Advil may make arthritis worse.
More intense activity could contribute to synovitis becoming more serious.
Frequently Asked Questions
The medicine is the same for Advil and Easy Open Arthritis Cap.
The only difference is the packaging.
The Advil Easy Open Arthritis Cap provides a comfortable grip that is easier to open.
Advil Easy Open Arthritis Cap is not childproof and should be stored away from children.
No, Advil Arthritis is not available in the United States, but it is still sold in Canada.
Advil Arthritis contains 400mg of ibuprofen, compared with 200mg in regular Advil.
Each Advil tablet or gelcap contains 200mg of ibuprofen.
The proper dose is one capsule or tablet every four to six hours.
If your pain does not respond to one pill, you could take two.
However, you should not exceed 1,200mg of ibuprofen in a 24 hour period without consulting with your doctor.
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