In 1984 the FDA approved this drug for over-the-counter sales; popular brands include Advil & Motrin
In 1984, ibuprofen, the active drug in products like Advil and Motrin, was 
approved by ... Today, the top four brand-name sellers -- Advil (ibuprofen), 
Tylenol ... names during the past 12 months, with nearly $280 million in total 
sales.