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ADVIL CONGESTION RELIEF vs ALEVE PM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 11, 2026·How we rate

Rating

72/100
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Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL
$0.04 /mL

Type

OTC
OTC

Active ingredient

IBUPROFEN AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND NAPROXEN SODIUM

Dosage forms

Tablet
Tablet

Drug class

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 1.8 to 2.0 hours
about 12 to 17 hours

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Advil Congestion Relief or Aleve Pm?

Aleve Pm costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.04 vs $0.04 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Advil Congestion Relief and Aleve Pm?

Advil Congestion Relief contains Ibuprofen and Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, while Aleve Pm contains Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride and Naproxen Sodium — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.