Advil Multi-Symptom Cold
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is Advil Multi-Symptom Cold?
Generic Name: chlorpheniramine/ibuprofen/pseudoephedrine
Other Brand Names:
Advil Allergy Sinus, Advil Childrens Allergy Sinus, chlorpheniramine/ibuprofen/pseudoephedrine
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body.
Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Ibuprofen is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated
blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
The combination of chlorpheniramine, ibuprofen, and pseudoephedrine is used to treat sneezing,
itching, watery eyes, runny nose, stuffy nose, sinus congestion, headache, and pain or fever caused by
allergies or the common cold.
Chlorpheniramine, ibuprofen, and pseudoephedrine may also be used for other purposes not
listed in this medication guide.
