Active ingredient (in each capsule)
Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)*
(present as the free acid and potassium salt)
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Uses
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- headache
- muscle aches
- minor pain of arthritis
- toothache
- backache
- the common cold
- menstrual cramps
- temporarily reduces fever
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
Do not use
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have problems 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
- you are taking a diuretic
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
- 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
- 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 bet better
- pain gets worse or last more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or last more than 3 days
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
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 exceed 6 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other information
- each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
- read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
- store at 20º to 25ºC (68º to 77ºF)
- avoid excessive heat above 40ºC (104ºF). Protect from light.
Inactive ingredients
FD&C blue #1, gelatin, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol
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†Compare to the active ingredient in Advil® Liqui-Gels®
IBUPROFEN
CAPSULES, 200 MG
PAIN RELIEVER/FEVER REDUCER (NSAID)
Liquid Filled Softgels
SOFTGELS**
(**Liquid filled capsules)
DISTRIBUTED BY NASH FINCH COMPANY © 2004, 1996 NFC BRANDS
7600 FRANCE AVE S, MPLS, MN 55435
†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare, owner of the registered trademark Advil® Liqui-Gels®.
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