Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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Overview
Uses: Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches backache minor arthritis pain the common cold toothache menstrual cramps Temporarily reduces fever
Indications & Usage
Uses: Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches backache minor arthritis pain the common cold toothache menstrual cramps Temporarily reduces fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions do not take more than directed​ the smallest effective dose should be used 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 take more than 6 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years of age : ask a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: hives blisters shock facial swelling asthma (wheezing) rash 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 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 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.
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/Fever reducer
Do Not Use
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any pain reliever/fever reducer right before or after heart surgery
When Using
When using this produc take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical help right away fever worsens or lasts more than 3 days pain worsens or lasts more than 10 days you have any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools, or stomach pain that does not get better new symptoms occur redness or swelling is present you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke: chest pain, trouble breathing, weakness in one part or side of the body, slurred speech, or leg swelling
Keep Out of Reach of Children
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).
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