Do Not Use
- If you have ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- right before or after heart surgery
Uses
Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to
- Common cold
- headache
- minor pain of arthritis
- toothache
- backache
- muscular aches
- menstrual cramps
temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Allergy alert
Ibuprofen may cause severe allergic reactions, 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 NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chances are higher if you:
- are age 60 or older
- have stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- take 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 or 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.
Contains FD+C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine) as a color additive
Ask a doctor before use if
- You have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke
- you are taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- Taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease the benefit of aspirin
- under a doctor's care for any serious condition
- taking any other drug
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).
Directions
- Do not take more than directed.
- The smallest effective dose should be used
Adults and children 12 years and older
- Take 1 tablet every 4-6 hours while symptoms persist
- If pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet, 2 tablets may be used
- Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
Children under 12 years of age
- Ask a doctor
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
- weakness in one part or side of body
- slurred speech
- leg swelling
- Pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- Fever gets worse or lsats 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 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.
Other Information
- Store at 20ºC - 25ºC (68ºF - 77ºF)
- Do not use if printed packet is torn or punctured.
TAMPER EVIDENT child resistant packets. Do not use any opened or torn packets.
Inactive Ingredients
Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Croscarmellose Sodium, FD&C Blue #2, FD&C Yellow #5, FD&C Yellow #6, Iron Oxide Red, Lecithin, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Pregelatinized Starch, Talc, Titanium Dioxide
Questions or Comments?
Call 1-888-296-9067
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