Ibuprofen Capsules 200 mg

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

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:headachemuscular achesminor pain of arthritistoothachebackachethe common coldmenstrual cramps
• temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:

If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you

• hives
• facial swelling
• asthma (wheezing)
• shock
• skin reddening
• rash
• blister

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

• 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, or asthma
• 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 this benefit of aspirin
• under a doctor's care for any serious conditon
• 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 faintvomit bloodhave bloody or black stoolshave stomach pain that does not get better
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts 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.

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 oldertake 1 capsule every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persistif pain or fever does not respond to 1 capsule, 2 capsules may be useddo not exceed 6 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor children under 12 yearsask a doctor

Other information

• each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
• avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F). Protect from light.

Inactive ingredients

gelatin, medium-chain triglycerides, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution, and white ink

Questions or commonts

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