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Advil

American  
[ad-vil] / ˈæd vɪl /
Pharmacology, Trademark.
  1. a brand of ibuprofen.


Example Sentences

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The company could benefit from U.S. government officials linking acetaminophen with autism since its main pain-relief brand, Advil, is ibuprofen-based, the analysts add.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

"When it came to chronic, lingering pain, hunger seemed to be more powerful than Advil at reducing pain."

From Science Daily • Oct. 10, 2025

Initial treatment usually includes rest to relieve stress on the spine and painkillers like Advil, Motrin, Aleve or Tylenol to help with pain and reduce inflammation.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2024

Even a drug as common as ibuprofen, sold as Advil, may not relieve pain in people at higher weights when taken as directed, research shows.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 7, 2023

I go to the bathroom and come back with some Advil for her.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman