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ADVIL LIQUI-GELS vs JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate
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Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL
$0.04 /mL

Type

OTC
RX

Active ingredient

IBUPROFEN
IBUPROFEN

Manufacturer

Haleon US Holdings
Kenvue Brands

Dosage forms

Capsule
Tablet, chewable, Tablet

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

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Advil Liqui-Gels or Junior Strength Motrin?

Advil Liqui-Gels and Junior Strength Motrin are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Advil Liqui-Gels or Junior Strength Motrin?

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 Junior Strength Motrin?

Both Advil Liqui-Gels and Junior Strength Motrin share the active ingredient Ibuprofen, but Advil Liqui-Gels is sold as OTC and Junior Strength Motrin 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.