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ADVIL MIGRAINE LIQUI-GELS vs PENNSAID

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Rating

70/100
New

Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL
$0.36 /mL

Type

OTC
RX

Active ingredient

IBUPROFEN
DICLOFENAC SODIUM

Dosage forms

Capsule
Solution

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 1.8 to 2.0 hours
about 2 hours (terminal/elimination half-life; the label's table gives a mean of 2.3 hours in healthy adults, with wide variation between people — 48% coefficient of variation)

Treats

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

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Where to buy

Buy over-the-counter from trusted retailers.

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Advil Migraine Liqui-Gels or Pennsaid?

Advil Migraine Liqui-Gels costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.04 vs $0.36 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 Migraine Liqui-Gels and Pennsaid?

Advil Migraine Liqui-Gels contains Ibuprofen, while Pennsaid contains Diclofenac 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.