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Advil Dual Action and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There are 4 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with Advil Dual Action (acetaminophen / ibuprofen).

Major

acetaminophen Alcohol (Ethanol)

Major Drug Interaction

Ask your doctor before using acetaminophen together with ethanol. This can cause serious side effects that affect your liver. Call your doctor immediately if you experience a fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, excessive tiredness or weakness, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash or itching, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or yellowing of the skin or the whites of your eyes. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Moderate

ibuprofen Alcohol (Ethanol)

Moderate Drug Interaction

Ask your doctor before using ibuprofen together with ethanol. Do not drink alcohol while taking ibuprofen. Alcohol can increase your risk of stomach bleeding caused by ibuprofen. Call your doctor at once if you have symptoms of bleeding in your stomach or intestines. This includes black, bloody, or tarry stools, or coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Major

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

NSAIDs - fluid retention

Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or a history of heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.

References

  1. "Product Information. Motrin (ibuprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn (2002):
  2. "Product Information. Nalfon (fenoprofen)." Xspire Pharma (2002):
  3. "Product Information. Indocin (indomethacin)." Merck & Co., Inc (2002):
  4. "Product Information. Orudis (ketoprofen)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories (2002):
  5. "Product Information. Naprosyn (naproxen)." Syntex Laboratories Inc (2002):
  6. "Product Information. Anaprox (naproxen)." Roche Laboratories (2006):
  7. "Product Information. Clinoril (sulindac)." Merck & Co., Inc (2001):
  8. "Product Information. Tolectin (tolmetin)." McNeil Pharmaceutical (2001):
  9. "Product Information. Relafen (nabumetone)." SmithKline Beecham (2001):
  10. "Product Information. Feldene (piroxicam)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals (2001):
  11. "Product Information. Ansaid (flurbiprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn (2001):
  12. "Product Information. Lodine (etodolac)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories (2001):
  13. "Product Information. Daypro (oxaprozin)." Searle (2001):
  14. "Product Information. Mobic (meloxicam)." Boehringer-Ingelheim (2001):
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Moderate

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

NSAIDs - hypertension

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including topicals, can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which can contribute to the increased incidence of cardiovascular events. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with hypertension. Blood pressure should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID therapy and throughout the course of therapy.

References

  1. "Product Information. Indocin (indomethacin)." Merck & Co., Inc (2002):
  2. "Product Information. Naprosyn (naproxen)." Syntex Laboratories Inc (2002):
  3. "Product Information. Voltaren (diclofenac)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals (2001):
  4. "Product Information. Relafen (nabumetone)." SmithKline Beecham (2001):
  5. "Product Information. Feldene (piroxicam)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals (2001):
  6. "Product Information. Dolobid (diflunisal)." Merck & Co., Inc (2001):
  7. "Product Information. Ansaid (flurbiprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn (2001):
  8. "Product Information. Lodine (etodolac)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories (2001):
  9. "Product Information. Daypro (oxaprozin)." Searle (2001):
  10. "Product Information. Celebrex (celecoxib)." Searle (2001):
  11. "Product Information. Meclofenamate Sodium (meclofenamate)." Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc (2012):
  12. "Product Information. Flector Patch (diclofenac topical)." Actavis U.S. (Alpharma USPD) (2016):
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Advil Dual Action drug interactions

There are 442 drug interactions with Advil Dual Action (acetaminophen / ibuprofen).

Advil Dual Action disease interactions

There are 16 disease interactions with Advil Dual Action (acetaminophen / ibuprofen) which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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