APROFEN

A P J Laboratories Limited
A P J Laboratories Limited

FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Active ingredient

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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 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