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Advil Cold and Sinus Caplets

For over 20 years, people have trusted Advil Cold & Sinus for powerful, non-drowsy relief of their tough cold and sinus symptoms.

Many people attribute sinus pressure to an increase in mucus which blocks their airways. While it is true that increased mucus is a symptom of the common cold, it is not always what makes you feel so stuffed up. Sinus congestion can also be associated with the swelling of the tissues in the nose known as inflammation. The result is a shrinking of your airways.

Advil Cold & Sinus caplets combine the relief of a strong decongestant to open your airways and relieve sinus pressure, with the power of Advil to relieve the pain most commonly associated with it.

Advil Cold & Sinus Caplets

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Top Questions About Advil Sinus Congestion & Pain

  • I have diabetes. Can I take Advil Cold & Sinus?

    Advil Cold & Sinus contains the decongestant pseudoephedrine. Phenylephrine, and similar drugs such as pseudoephedrine, should be used cautiously by people with diabetes because it may increase blood sugar levels. Diabetes is a serious illness, and no OTC medications should be taken without doctor consultation.

  • What are the product indications for Advil Cold & Sinus?

    Use this product to temporarily relieve these symptoms associated with the common cold or flu:

    • Headache 
    • Fever 
    • Sinus pressure 
    • Nasal congestion 
    • Minor body aches and pains

  • How long do the effects of Advil Cold & Sinus last? How is it dosed?

    Adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist . If symptoms do not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used. Do not use more than 6 caplets in any 24 -hour period unless directed by a doctor. Children under 12 years of age: do not use.

  • How long do the effects of Advil Allergy Sinus last? How is it dosed?

    Adults: take 1 caplet every 4-6 hours while symptoms persist. Do not take more than 6 caplets in any 24-hour period, unless directed by a doctor. Children under 12 years of age: do not use.

  • Do Advil Cold & Sinus Caplets keep you awake?

    Advil Cold & Sinus Caplets do not contain any ingredients that cause drowsiness. If you're looking for a pain relief product that helps relieve the occasional sleeplessness associated with minor aches and pains, try Advil PM.

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