IBUPROFEN capsule, liquid filled

Ibuprofen by

Drug Labeling and Warnings

Ibuprofen by is a Otc medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by CVS Pharmacy. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.

Drug Details [pdf]

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:
  • headache
  • muscular 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

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
• 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, asthma, or had a stroke
• 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

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 problems or stroke:
  • chest pain
  • slurred speech
  • trouble breathing
  • leg swelling
  • weakness in one part or side of body
• 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away

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 20° to 25°C (68°to 77°F)
• avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
• swallow whole; do not crush, chew, or dissolve

Inactive ingredients

FD&C green #3, gelatin, medium-chain triglycerides, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitan solution, sorbitol, white ink

Questions or comments?

Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

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Compare to the active ingredient in Advil® Liqui-Gels®†

Liquid Filled Softgels**

Ibuprofen

LIQUID FILLED SOFTGELS**

IBUPROFEN CAPSULES, 200 mg

Pain reliever;

fever reducer (NSAID)*

SOFTGELS**

†liquid filled capsules

TAMPER-EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION

**This product is not manufactured or distributed by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare, distributor of Advil® Liqui-Gels®.

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Product Label

CVS HEALTH Ibuprofen 200 mg Softgels

INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE

IBUPROFEN 
ibuprofen capsule, liquid filled

Product Information
Product Type	HUMAN OTC DRUG	Item Code (Source)	NDC: 69842-745
Route of Administration	ORAL

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name	Basis of Strength	Strength
IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM)	IBUPROFEN	200 mg

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name	Strength
FD&C GREEN NO. 3 (UNII: 3P3ONR6O1S)
GELATIN (UNII: 2G86QN327L)
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3WJQ0SDW1A)
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: WZH3C48M4T)
WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)
SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R)
SORBITAN (UNII: 6O92ICV9RU)
MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (UNII: C9H2L21V7U)

Product Characteristics
Color	BLUE	Score	no score
Shape	CAPSULE	Size	19mm
Flavor		Imprint Code	PC16
Contains

Packaging
#	Item Code	Package Description	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
1	NDC: 69842-745-40	1 in 1 BOX	01/31/2018
1		40 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
2	NDC: 69842-745-20	1 in 1 BOX	01/31/2018
2		20 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
3	NDC: 69842-745-16	1 in 1 BOX	01/31/2018
3		160 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
4	NDC: 69842-745-48	1 in 1 BOX	01/31/2018
4		48 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
5	NDC: 69842-745-02	20 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	01/31/2018
6	NDC: 69842-745-30	300 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	01/31/2018
7	NDC: 69842-745-50	500 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	01/31/2018
8	NDC: 69842-745-60	160 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	01/31/2018
9	NDC: 69842-745-80	80 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	01/31/2018

Marketing Information
Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
ANDA	ANDA206568	01/31/2018

Labeler - CVS Pharmacy (062312574)