Advil Cold & Flu Coated Tablets provide fast, targeted relief from the combined symptoms of the common cold and influenza. This dual-action formula combines ibuprofen to relieve pain and reduce fever with pseudoephedrine hydrochloride to clear nasal and sinus congestion. For adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over.
Important: This product is intended for use only when experiencing a blocked nose together with headache, pain, and/or fever. Do not use for only one of these symptoms in isolation.
Active Ingredients (per tablet)
- Ibuprofen – 200mg (NSAID — relieves pain, reduces fever and inflammation)
- Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride – 30mg (decongestant — reduces nasal swelling and clears blocked passages)
Key Benefits
- Dual-action formula targeting both congestion and pain/fever simultaneously
- Relieves nasal and sinus congestion
- Reduces headache, body aches and fever
- Coated tablets — easy to swallow
- Suitable for adults and adolescents aged 12 and over
How to Use
- Take 1 or 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours as required.
- Do not take more than 6 tablets in any 24-hour period.
- Swallow tablets whole with a full glass of water.
- For short-term use only. Consult a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days.
- Not suitable for children under 12 years of age.
Do Not Use If You
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have very high blood pressure or severe heart, kidney or liver disease
- Have stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding or perforation
- Have diabetes, prostate problems, thyroid disease or glaucoma
- Are allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin, other NSAIDs or any listed ingredients
- Are taking other NSAID painkillers or decongestants
Consult your doctor before use if you take blood thinners (e.g. warfarin), blood pressure medicines (e.g. ACE-inhibitors) or cardiac glycosides (e.g. digoxin). Avoid alcohol during treatment. Pseudoephedrine may cause a positive result in anti-doping checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this medicine cause drowsiness?
No, it does not cause drowsiness.
Can I drink alcohol?
No — avoid alcohol while taking Advil Cold & Flu.
Pharmacist’s Note
“We often recommend Advil Cold & Flu for patients suffering from sinus pressure and pain across the eyes and forehead. Because it combines an anti-inflammatory with a decongestant which works hard to clear the congestion and reduce the pain.” — Anne Harty, Ballyduff Pharmacy