Active Ingredient (in each tablet) Purpose
Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID) .........................................................................................pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: ■ headache ■ muscular aches ■ backache ■ minor pain of arthritis ■ toothache ■ menstrual cramps ■ common cold ■ 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 ■ blisters. If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach Bleeding Warning: This product contains a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause 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 an NSAID [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 use if you have:
■ problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers ■ stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain ■ ulcers ■ bleeding problems ■ high blood pressure ■ heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease ■ taken a diuretic ■ reached age 60 or older
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are:
■ taking any other drug containing as NSAID (prescription or non-prescription) ■ taking a blood thinning (anti-coagulated) or steroid drug ■ under a doctor’s care for any serious condition ■ taking any other drug
When using this product:
■ take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs ■ long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
■ you feel faint, vomit blood or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding ■ pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days ■ stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts ■ redness or swelling is present in the painful area ■ any new symptoms appear
Directions
Adults and children 12 years and older do not take more than directed - the smallest effective dose should be used - take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist - If pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet take a 2nd tablet - do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
Children under 12 years of age do not use unless directed by a doctor
Other Information:
■ Tamper Evident. Do not use if packet is torn, cut or opened ■ Store at controlled room temperature 15˚ to 30˚C (59˚ to 86˚F) ■ Avoid excessive heat and humidity
