d o not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings) Adults and children 12 years and older 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 a 24-hour period, unless directed by a physician take with food or milk, if occasional and mild heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain occurs with...
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
headache
muscular aches
minor pain or arthritis
toothache
backache
the common cold
menstrual cramps
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.
Alcohol Warning: If you consume 3 or more alcohol drinks per day, ask your Doctor whether you should take Ibuprofen or other pain relievers/fever reducers.
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause 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 NSAID (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
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 DOCTOR
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you have
problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain
ulcers
bleeding problems
high blood pressure
heart or kidney disease
taken a diuretic
reached age 60 or older
Ask a doctor before use if you are
taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription)
taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
under a doctor's care for any serious condition
taking any other drug
consuming 3 or more alcohol drinks per day
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
long term continuous use ay increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding.
pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
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 1-800-362-0101 (Arizona only) immediately.
DIRECTIONS
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
Adults and children 12 years and older
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 a 24-hour period, unless directed by a physician
take with food or milk, if occasional and mild heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain occurs with use
consult a physician if these symptoms are more thsn mild or if they persist
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