Advil Extra Strength Caplets

Advil is one of the most recognized over-the-counter pain relief brands globally, specifically known for its active ingredient, ibuprofen. The brand was first introduced to the United States market in 1984 by Whitehall, which was a division of American Home Products (later renamed Wyeth). This launch coincided with the FDA's approval of ibuprofen for non-prescription use. Over the following decades, the brand's ownership shifted through significant corporate acquisitions, notably when Pfizer purchased Wyeth in 2009.

Today, Advil is owned by Haleon, a leading global consumer health company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Haleon was formed in 2022 following the spin-off and merger of the consumer healthcare divisions of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and Pfizer. While Pfizer initially retained a stake in the company, it successfully divested its remaining shares by early 2025, making Haleon a fully independent entity. The product itself is manufactured in various locations worldwide; for instance, while some active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) are produced in the United States, final dosage forms like tablets and caplets are often produced in India or Canada for their respective markets. In Canada, the product is specifically managed by Haleon Canada ULC based in Mississauga.