CVS Pharmacy Ibuprofen

Manufacturer: CVS Pharmacy
Effective date: 2009-07-21
Label type: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version: 1
Source: legacy-cache
Hydrated at: 2026-08-02 01:54:33

Label at a glance#

ProductCVS Pharmacy Ibuprofen

Active ingredientIBUPROFEN

Label structure9 sections

Indications and uses

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

Dosage and administration

do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings) 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

Storage and handling

each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton. do not use if printed foil under cap is broken or missing store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

Contacts and useful links#

PhoneLabel contact1-800-719-9260

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Active ingredient (in each capsule)

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Solubilized ibuprofen

equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)*

(present as the free acid and potassium salt)

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Pain reliever/Fever reducer

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

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

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

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

Symptoms may include:

asthma (wheezing)
blisters
facial swelling
hives
rash
shock
skin reddening

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

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 an 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 a doctor before use if you have

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

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
asthma
taken a diuretic
reached age 60 or older

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

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 aspirin to prevent 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
long term continuous use may 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 right away.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

do not take more than directed
the smallest effective dose should be used
do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
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

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
do not use if printed foil under cap is broken or missing
store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

ammonium hydroxide, FD&C green no. 3, gelatin, iron oxide black, medium chain triglycerides, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, shellac, sorbitol, sorbitan monooleate

Questions or comments?

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

1-800-719-9260

Principal Display Panel

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

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

See Additional Warning

Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels♦

Solubilized Ibuprofen Capsules 200 mg

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)

♦Liquid Filled Capsules

FDA-Initiated Inactive NDC Indexing#

NDC, Effective, Action table
NDC	Effective	Action	Document	Indexing SPL	Related label
59779-131-06	2022-07-13	C162847	48780-1	9d75b9d0-053e-f424-e053-dadaa90a57ce	CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels Drug Facts
59779-131-27	2022-07-13	C162847	48780-1	9d75b9d0-053e-f424-e053-dadaa90a57ce	CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels Drug Facts
59779-131-49	2022-07-13	C162847	48780-1	9d75b9d0-053e-f424-e053-dadaa90a57ce	CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels Drug Facts
59779-131-60	2022-07-13	C162847	48780-1	9d75b9d0-053e-f424-e053-dadaa90a57ce	CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels Drug Facts
59779-131-06	2020-01-31	C162847	48780-1	9d75b9d0-053e-f424-e053-dadaa90a57ce	CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels Drug Facts
59779-131-27	2020-01-31	C162847	48780-1	9d75b9d0-053e-f424-e053-dadaa90a57ce	CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels Drug Facts
59779-131-49	2020-01-31	C162847	48780-1	9d75b9d0-053e-f424-e053-dadaa90a57ce	CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels Drug Facts
59779-131-60	2020-01-31	C162847	48780-1	9d75b9d0-053e-f424-e053-dadaa90a57ce	CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Ibuprofen Liquid Filled Softgels Drug Facts

DailyMed Socrata Ingredients#

Ingredient, Type, UNII table
Ingredient	Type	UNII	SPL version	Uploaded
IBUPROFEN	ACTIVE INGREDIENT	WK2XYI10QM	1
IBUPROFEN	ACTIVE MOIETY	WK2XYI10QM	1

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CVS Pharmacy Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen

NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDC	Package NDC
59779-131	59779-131-60, 59779-131-49, 59779-131-27, 59779-131-06

Ingredients#

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Name, UNII, Kind table
Name	UNII	Kind
IBUPROFEN	WK2XYI10QM	ACTIB

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Application-product, Trade name, Ingredient table
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