Label: IBUPROFEN PM- diphenhydramine citrate, ibuprofen tablet, coated

  • NDC Code(s): 21130-056-40, 21130-056-80
  • Packager: Safeway, Inc.
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: Abbreviated New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated November 15, 2023

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  • Active ingredient (in each caplet)

    Diphenhydramine citrate 38 mg

    ibuprofen 200 mg(NSAID)*

    *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

  • Purpose

    Nighttime sleep-aid

    Pain Reliever

  • Uses

    • for relief of occasional sleeplessness when associated with minor aches and pains
    • helps you fall asleep and stay asleep
  • 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 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

    Do not use

    • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
    • unless you have time for a full night’s sleep
    • in children under 12 years of age
    • right before or after surgery
    • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
    • if you have sleeplessness without pain

    Ask a doctor before use if

    • the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
    • you have problem or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
    • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
    • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, or asthma or had a stroke
    • you are taking a diuretic
    • you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
    • you have glaucoma
    • you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

    • taking sedatives or tranquilizers, or any other sleep-aid
    • under a doctor's care for any continuing medical illness
    • taking any other antihistamines
    • taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decease this benefit of aspirin
    • taking any other drug

    When using this product

    • drowsiness will occur
    • avoid alcoholic drinks
    • do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery
    • 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 problem or stroke:
      • chest pain
      • trouble breathing
      • weakness in one part or side of body
      • slurred speech
      • leg swelling
    • pain gets worse or last more than 10 days
    • sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness
    • 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

  • Directions

    • do not take more than directed
    • adults and childlren 12 years and over: take 2 caplets at bedtime
    • do not take more than 2 caplets  in 24 hours
  • Other information

    • 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

    carnauba wax, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium,FD&C blue #2, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose,  polyethylene glycol 400, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

  • Questions or comments?

    Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

  • Principal Display Panel

    COMPARE TO Advil® PM active ingredients†

    Ibuprofen PM

    IBUPROFEN 200 mg

    Pain reliever (NSAID)

    Diphenhydramine citrate 38 mg

    Nighttime sleep-aid

    COATED CAPLETS**

    (**capsules-shaped tablets)

    †This product is not manufactured or distributed by Haleon Group of Companies, distributor Advil® PM

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

    KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION.

    DISTRIBUTED BY 

    BETTER LIVING BRANDS LLC

    P.O. BOX 99

    PLEASANTON, CA 94566-0009


  • Product Packaging

    Diphenhydramine Citrate 38 mg, Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)* *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

    SIGNATURE CARE Ibuprofen PM

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    IBUPROFEN PM 
    diphenhydramine citrate, ibuprofen tablet, coated
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:21130-056
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM) IBUPROFEN200 mg
    DIPHENHYDRAMINE CITRATE (UNII: 4OD433S209) (DIPHENHYDRAMINE - UNII:8GTS82S83M) DIPHENHYDRAMINE CITRATE38 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    CARNAUBA WAX (UNII: R12CBM0EIZ)  
    STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM (UNII: M28OL1HH48)  
    FD&C BLUE NO. 2 (UNII: L06K8R7DQK)  
    HYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3NXW29V3WO)  
    CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)  
    POLYDEXTROSE (UNII: VH2XOU12IE)  
    POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 (UNII: B697894SGQ)  
    SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)  
    STEARIC ACID (UNII: 4ELV7Z65AP)  
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorblueScoreno score
    ShapeOVALSize15mm
    FlavorImprint Code PL72
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:21130-056-401 in 1 BOX03/01/2024
    140 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:21130-056-801 in 1 BOX03/01/2024
    280 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA21140403/01/2024
    Labeler - Safeway, Inc. (009137209)