Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Pain reliever/fever reducer

• •temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
• •headache
• •muscular aches
• •minor pain of arthritis
• •toothache
• •backache
• •the common cold
• •menstrual cramps
• •temporarily reduces fever

Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:

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

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

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chances are higher if you

• •are age 60 or older
• •have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
• •take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
• •take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
• •have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
• •take 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
• •the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
• •you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
• •you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
• •you have asthma
• •you are taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

• •taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
• •under a doctor's care for any serious condition
• •taking any other drug

When using this product

• •take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
• •the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• •you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
• •feel faint
• •vomit blood
• •have bloody or black stools
• •have stomach pain that does not get better
• •pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• •fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• •redness or swelling is present in the painful area
• •any new symptoms appear

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

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 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)

• •do not take more than directed
• •the smallest effective dose should be used

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

• •read all warnings and directions before use
• •store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
• •avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

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IBUPROFEN
200MG #24
TABLETS

Date:

Name:
Dr.

Take as directed

123456

1/1/01

IBUPROFEN 200MG #24 TABS NDC 76413-313-24

Batch: 123456
Lot: 123456
Exp: 1/1/01
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Federal law prohibits the transfer of this drug to any other person than the patient for whom prescribed.

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