Ibuprofen
Walgreen Co. Ibuprofen 100 Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each tablet)
- Purpose
- Ibuprofen Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- Ibuprofen Other information
- Inactive Ingredients
- Questions or comments?
- Principal Display Panel
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Ibuprofen 100 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Ibuprofen Uses
temporarily:
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• reduces fever -
• relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headaches and toothaches
Warnings
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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• 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 chance is higher if your child:
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• has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems -
• takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug -
• takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] -
• takes more or for a longer time than directed
Sore throat warning: Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.
Do not use
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• if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer -
• right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
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• stomach bleeding warning applies to your child -
• child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn -
• child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers -
• child has not been drinking fluids -
• child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea -
• child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease -
• child has asthma -
• child is taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is
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• under a doctor’s care for any serious condition -
• taking any other drug
When using this product
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• mouth or throat burning may occur; give with food or water -
• 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
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• child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: -
• feels faint -
• vomits blood -
• has bloody or black stools -
• has stomach pain that does not get better -
• the child does not get any relief within the first day (24 hours) of treatment -
• fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days -
• redness or swelling is present in the painful area -
• any new symptoms appear
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
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• this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use -
• do not give more than directed
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• find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. -
• if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours -
• do not use more than 4 times a day
Dosing Chart |
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Weight (lb) |
Age (yr) |
Tablets |
under 24 |
under 2 |
ask a doctor |
24-35 |
2-3 |
1 |
36-47 |
4-5 |
1 ½ |
48-59 |
6-8 |
2 |
60-71 |
9-10 |
2 ½ |
72-95 |
11 |
3 |
Other information
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• phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 6 mg per tablet -
• do not use if printed seal under cap is broken or missing -
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) -
• see end panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive Ingredients
acesulfame potassium, ammonium glycyrrhizin, aspartame, carnauba wax, croscarmellose sodium, D&C red no. 27 aluminum lake, FD&C blue no. 1 aluminum lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, mannitol, natural and artificial flavors, prosweet, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, soybean oil, succinic acid
Questions or comments?
1-800-719-9260
Principal Display Panel
Junior Strength
Ages 2 to 11
Ibuprofen 100
Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg
Pain Reliever / Fever Reducer (NSAID)
8
LASTS UP TO 8 HOURS
24 CHEWABLE TABLETS
GRAPE FLAVOR
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