IBUPROFEN
IBUPROFEN softgels
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each capsule)
- Purpose
- IBUPROFEN Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- IBUPROFEN Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions or comments?
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each capsule)
Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
IBUPROFEN Uses
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- headache
- toothache
- backache
- menstrual cramps
- the common cold
- muscular aches
- minor pain of arthritis
- temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
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 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
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
- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- you have stomach problems, such as heartburn
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease or asthma
- you are taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- under a doctor's care for any serious condition
- taking aspirin for heart attack 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
- 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
- stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
- 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
- do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
- adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 capsule every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
- if pain or fever does not respond to 1 capsule, 2 capsules may be used
- do not exceed 6 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
IBUPROFEN Other information
- each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
- read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
- store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
Inactive ingredients
Ammonium hydroxide, FD&C green no. 3, Gelatin, Iron oxide black, Medium chain triglycerides, Polyethylene glycol, Propylene glycol, Potassium hydroxide, Purified water, Shellac, Sorbitan monooleate, Sorbitol sorbitan
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IBUPROFEN softgels
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