Label: IBUPROFEN tablet, film coated

  • NDC Code(s): 21130-393-12, 21130-393-14, 21130-393-15
  • Packager: Better Living Brands, LLC
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

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  • Active ingredient (in each orange caplet)

    Ibuprofen USP, 200 mg (NSAID)*
    *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

  • Purpose

    Pain reliever/fever reducer

  • Uses

    • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
      • menstrual cramps
      • toothache
      • the common cold
      • backache
      • headache
      • 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:

    • skin reddening
    • asthma (wheezing)
    • rash
    • facial swelling
    • shock
    • blisters
    • hives

    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:

    • take more or for a longer time than directed
    • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
    • are age 60 or older
    • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
    • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
    • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

    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.

    Do not use

    • right before or after heart surgery
    • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer

    Ask a doctor before use if

    • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
    • you are taking a diuretic
    • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke
    • stomach bleeding warning applies to you
    • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers

    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

    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
    • you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke
      • chest pain
      • trouble breathing
      • leg swelling
      • slurred speech
      • weakness in one part or side of body
    • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
    • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
    • 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 at 20 weeks or later in 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.

  • Directions

    • do not take more than directed
    • the smallest effective dose should be used
    • adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
      • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used
      • do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
    • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
  • Other information

    • store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
    • avoid excessive heat 40°C (104°F)
    • use by expiration date on package
  • Inactive ingredients

    carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

  • Questions or comments?

    Call 1-800-426-9391 8:30 AM-4:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday

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    COMPARE TO
    Motrin® IB Caplets
    active ingredient†

    NDC 21130-393-14

    Ibuprofen
    IBUPROFEN TABLETS USP, 200 mg
    Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
    (NSAID)

    Actual Size

    500 COATED
    CAPLETS

    TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY
    SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING

    †This product is not manufactured or distributed
    by Kenvue Inc., distributors of Motrin® IB Caplets.
    50844           ORG122139314

    DISTRIBUTED BY: BETTER LIVING BRANDS LLC
    P.O. BOX 99, PLEASANTON, CA 94566-0009
    ‡1-888-723-3929

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    IBUPROFEN 
    ibuprofen tablet, film coated
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:21130-393
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM) IBUPROFEN200 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    CARNAUBA WAX (UNII: R12CBM0EIZ)  
    SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)  
    STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 (UNII: H77VEI93A8)  
    HYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3NXW29V3WO)  
    ANHYDROUS LACTOSE (UNII: 3SY5LH9PMK)  
    MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)  
    MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)  
    POLYDEXTROSE (UNII: VH2XOU12IE)  
    POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3WJQ0SDW1A)  
    SODIUM STARCH GLYCOLATE TYPE A POTATO (UNII: 5856J3G2A2)  
    STEARIC ACID (UNII: 4ELV7Z65AP)  
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColororangeScoreno score
    ShapeOVALSize14mm
    FlavorImprint Code 44;393
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:21130-393-14500 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product03/01/1999
    2NDC:21130-393-151 in 1 CARTON03/01/199906/19/2023
    250 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    3NDC:21130-393-121 in 1 CARTON03/01/199905/21/2017
    3100 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA07513903/01/1999
    Labeler - Better Living Brands, LLC (009137209)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    LNK International, Inc.038154464pack(21130-393)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    LNK International, Inc.832867837manufacture(21130-393)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    LNK International, Inc.832867894manufacture(21130-393)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    LNK International, Inc.868734088manufacture(21130-393)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    LNK International, Inc.967626305pack(21130-393)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    LNK International, Inc.117025878manufacture(21130-393)
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