IBUPROFEN

Active ingredient (in each tablet)

Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*

*nonstreoidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

Pain reliever/Fever reducer

Uses

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to :

• backache
• headache
• menstrual cramps
• minor pain of arthritis
• muscular aches
• the common cold
• toothache

temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic 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 an NSAID, which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is 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

Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.

Do not use

• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or 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 bleeding warning applies to you
• you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
• you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke
• 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

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

you have symptoms of heart problem or stroke:

• chest pain
• trouble breathing
• weakness in one part or side of the body
• slurred speech
• leg swelling

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).

Directions

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

adults and children 12 years and over:

• 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

Other information

• read all warnings and directions before use
• store at 20-25ºC (68-77ºF)

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

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