Can I buy Advil if im under 18?
Mia Walsh
Updated on April 01, 2026
Simply so, can you buy medicine if you're under 18?
New law bans sale of Robitussin, NyQuil to those under 18. Those under the age of 18 will no longer be able to purchase cough suppressants like NyQuil and Robitussin under a bill signed Friday by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The new law, which takes effect in 180 days, targets over-the-counter drugs that contain dextromethorphan
Secondly, can you buy ibuprofen at 16? Our policy states that sales are restricted to a maximum of 2 packets of a combination of any paracetamol, aspirin or ibuprofen based products in a single transaction. Sales are also restricted to customers aged 16 and over.
Beside this, how old do you have to be to purchase Advil?
Under 12 years of age: Ask a doctor.
Can a 13 year old buy Advil?
Children's Advil® is specially formulated for children, with specific dosing instructions based on a child's weight and age. Regular Advil® tablets are labeled for use by adults and children 12 years of age and older. You should consult your doctor with any questions before taking Advil® or giving it to your child.