ibuprofen
Hannaford Bros. Co. Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each tablet)
- Purpose
- ibuprofen Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- ibuprofen Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions or comments?
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Ibuprofen 100 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
ibuprofen Uses
temporarily:
- 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:
- 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 your child:
- 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
- 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
- child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
- child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- 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
- under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
- taking any other drug
When using this product
- 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
- 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
- this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
- do not give more than directed
- do not give longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
- 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 | ||
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 |
ibuprofen Other information
- 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, aspartame, carnauba wax, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C yellow no. 6 aluminum lake, flavors, hypromellose, magnasweet 180, magnesium stearate, mannitol, prosweet, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, soybean oil, succinic acid, whey protein concentrate
Questions or comments?
1-800-213-9040
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