Label: IBUPROFEN PM- ibuprofen, diphenhydramine hcl capsule, liquid filled

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: Abbreviated New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated November 22, 2022

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  • Active ingredient (in each capsule)

    Diphenhydramine hydrochloride USP 25 mg

    Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)*
    (present as the free acid and potassium salt)
    *non-steroidal 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:

    • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
    • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
    • are age 60 or older
    • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
    • take more or for a longer time than directed
    • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

    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 heart surgey
    • 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 a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
    • you have glaucoma
    • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, or asthma
    • you are taking a diuretic
    • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
    • you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
    • 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
    • taking any other drug
    • taking any other antihistamines
    • taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decease this benefit of aspirin
    • under a doctor's care for any continuing medical illness

    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
      • have bloody or black stools
      • vomit blood
      • have stomach pain that does not get better
    • you have symptoms of heart problem or stroke:
      • chest pain
      • trouble breathing
      • leg swelling
      • slurred speech
      • weakness in one part or side of body
    • 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 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.

    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 capsules at bedtime
    • do not take more than 2 capsules in 24 hours
  • Other information

    • each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
    • read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
    • store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
    • avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
    • protect from light
    • Organic Impurities Test is pending
    • USP Dissolution Test is pending
    • swallow whole; do not crush, chew, or dissolve
  • Inactive ingredients

    D&C red #33,  FD&C blue #1, gelatin, hypromellose, isopropyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, povidone, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide

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  • Principal Display Panel

    Compare to the active ingredients in Advil® PM†

    Ibuprofen PM

    IBUPROFEN, 200 mg

    DIPHENHYDRAMINE HCl, 25 mg

    Pain reliever (NSAID)

    Nighttime sleep-aid

    SOFTGELS**

    **Liquid -illed capsules

    †This product is not manufactured or distributed by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare, distributor Advil® PM.

    TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF SEAL UNDER BOTTLE CAP IMPRINTED WITH "SEALED FOR YOUR PROTECTION" IS BROKEN OR MISSING

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  • Product Packaging

    Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride USP 25 mg, Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen USP (NSAID)* (present as the free acid and potassium salt) *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

    CVS HEALTH Ibuprofen PM Softgels

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    IBUPROFEN PM 
    ibuprofen, diphenhydramine hcl capsule, liquid filled
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:69842-913
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM) IBUPROFEN200 mg
    DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: TC2D6JAD40) (DIPHENHYDRAMINE - UNII:8GTS82S83M) DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE25 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    FD&C BLUE NO. 1 (UNII: H3R47K3TBD)  
    D&C RED NO. 33 (UNII: 9DBA0SBB0L)  
    GELATIN (UNII: 2G86QN327L)  
    POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3WJQ0SDW1A)  
    POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: WZH3C48M4T)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SORBITAN (UNII: 6O92ICV9RU)  
    SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R)  
    HYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3NXW29V3WO)  
    ALCOHOL (UNII: 3K9958V90M)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    POVIDONE (UNII: FZ989GH94E)  
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorblueScoreno score
    ShapeOVALSize15mm
    FlavorImprint Code DHI25
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:69842-913-401 in 1 BOX05/29/2020
    140 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA21067605/29/2020
    Labeler - CVS Pharmacy (062312574)