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ADVIL LIQUI-GELS vs CHILDREN'S ELIXSURE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Rating

70/100
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Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL
$0.04 /mL

Type

OTC
RX

Active ingredient

IBUPROFEN
IBUPROFEN

Dosage forms

Capsule
Suspension

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 1.8 to 2.0 hours
about 1.8 to 2.0 hours

Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis
Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis

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Where to buy

Buy over-the-counter from trusted retailers.

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Advil Liqui-Gels or Children's Elixsure?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.04 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Advil Liqui-Gels and Children's Elixsure?

Both Advil Liqui-Gels and Children's Elixsure share the active ingredient Ibuprofen, but Advil Liqui-Gels is sold as OTC and Children's Elixsure as RX.

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.