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DG HEALTH IBUPROFEN
(ibuprofen)
tablet, coated
[Dolgencorp, LLC]
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| HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL | Abbreviated New Drug Application |
Uses
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- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
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- headache
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- muscular aches
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- minor pain of arthritis
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- toothache
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- backache
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- the common cold
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- menstrual cramps
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- temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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- hives
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- facial swelling
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- asthma (wheezing)
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- shock
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- skin reddening
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- rash
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- 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 chances are higher if you
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- are age 60 or older
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- have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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- take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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- take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
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- have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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- take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
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- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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- right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
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- you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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- you have asthma
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- you are taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
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- taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
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- under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
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- taking any other drug
When using this product
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- take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
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- 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
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- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
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- feel faint
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- vomit blood
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- have bloody or black stools
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- have stomach pain that does not get better
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- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
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- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
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- any new symptoms appear
Directions
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adults and children 12 years and older |
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children under 12 years |
ask a doctor |
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Other information
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- read all warnings and directions before use
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- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
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- avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
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- see end panel for lot number and expiration date
| DG HEALTH IBUPROFEN
ibuprofen tablet, coated |
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| Labeler - Dolgencorp, LLC (068331990) |
Revised: 11/2012
Document Id: 43f9fa7b-9f68-49a7-b7cc-99a61dc22156
Set id: 7877d6a7-9941-4dd3-8fad-886f5a422cd8
Version: 2
Effective Time: 20121113
Dolgencorp, LLC
