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Ibuprofen

Dosage form
TABLET, COATED
Labeler
Weeks & Leo Co., Inc.
Label updated
2013-05-17
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
IBUPROFEN
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ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*

* nonstreoidal anti-inflammatory drug

PURPOSE

Pain reliever / fever reducer

USE(S)
  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pain due to :
  • backache
  • headache
  • menstrual cramps
  • minor pain of arthritis
  • muscular aches
  • the common cold
  • toothache
  • temporarily reduces fever
WARNINGS

Allergy alerts: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergy reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin.

Symptoms may include: 

  • asthma (wheezing)
  • blisters
  • facial swelling
  • hives
  • rash
  • shock
  • skin reddening

If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:

  • are age 60 or older
  • have bad stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
  • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
  • take other drug containing prescription NSAID (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
  • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
  • the more or for a longer time than directed
DO NOT USE
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • right before or after heart surgery
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF

you have

  • problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
  • stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain
  • ulcers
  • bleeding problems
  • high blood pressure
  • heart or kidney disease
  • taken a diuretics
  • reached age 60 or older
ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF

you are

  • taking any other drugs containg an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription)
  • taking a blood thining (anticoagulant) or steriod drug
  • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • taking aspirin for heart attacks or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
  • taking any other drug
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
  • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
  • long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR IF
  • you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools.

        These are signs of stomach bleeding.

  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
  • redness or swelling is present in painful area
  • any new symptoms appear
PREGNANCY/BREASTFEEDING

Ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause a problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

DIRECTIONS
  • do not take more than directed
  • the smallest effective dose should be used
  • do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor
    (see Warnings)

 

adults and children 12 years and older
  • take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
  • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet, 2 tablets may be used
  • do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor.
Children under 12 years
  • ask a doctor
STORAGE
  • Store between 20-250C(68-77 0F).
  • Do not use if seal under bottle cap imprinted with "SEALED  for YOUR PROTECTION" is broken or missing.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, iron oxide red, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, pregelatinised starch, talc, titanium dioxide.

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Ibuprofen 200mg CAPLET

PAIN RELIEVER/ FEVER REDUCER (NSAID)

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DailyMed Set ID: 70453c76-7f71-4edb-9c67-3741dc21d1d1 · Version 1
NDC: 11383-151