Ibuprofen

Manufacturer
Harmon Store Inc. | LNK International, Inc.
Effective date
2023-05-09
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
11
Source
legacy-cache
Hydrated at
2026-08-01 21:31:34

Label at a glance#

ProductIbuprofen
Active ingredientIBUPROFEN
Label structure9 sections

Indications and uses

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches menstrual cramps backache toothache the common cold minor pain of arthritis temporarily reduces fever

Dosage and administration

do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Storage and handling

store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) avoid excessive heat 40°C (104°F) use by expiration date on package

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Active ingredient (in each brown caplet)

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Ibuprofen USP, 200 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
    • headache
    • muscular aches
    • menstrual cramps
    • backache
    • toothache
    • the common cold
    • minor pain of arthritis
  • temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

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
  • are age 60 or older
  • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
  • take more or for a longer time than directed
  • 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

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

OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION

  • 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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

  • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
  • stomach bleeding warning applies to you
  • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • you are taking a diuretic
  • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

  • 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

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION

  • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

Stop use and ask a doctor if

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

  • 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
    • trouble breathing
    • leg swelling
    • slurred speech
    • 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,

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

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.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

  • do not take more than directed
  • the smallest effective dose should be used
  • adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
    • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used
    • do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
  • children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Other information

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

  • store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
  • avoid excessive heat 40°C (104°F)
  • use by expiration date on package

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, hypromellose, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, red iron oxide, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

Questions or comments?

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

Call 1-800-426-9391 8:30 AM-4:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday

Principal Display Panel

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

COREVALUES™

Compare to active ingredient in Advil®†

Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen tablets USP, 200 mg

Pain Reliever/
Fever Reducer (NSAID)

Actual Size

250 coated caplets

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING

†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Wyeth LLC, owner of the registered trademark Advil®.

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NDC Codes#

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Product NDCPackage NDC
63940-29263940-292-15, 63940-292-08, 63940-292-12, 63940-292-13

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Application-product, Trade name, Ingredient table
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