Ibuprofen

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.

This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chances are 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

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.

• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• right before or after heart surgery

• 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, asthma, or had a stroke
• you are taking a diuretic

• taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
• under a doctor's care for any serious condition
• taking any other drug

• take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

■ you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:

   ■ feel faint    

   ■ vomit blood    

   ■ have bloody or black stools

   ■ have stomach pain that does not get better

■ you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke:

   ■ chest pain

   ■ trouble breathing    

   ■ weakness in one part or side of body

   ■ slurred speech

   ■ leg swelling

■ 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).