• do not take more than directed • the smallest effective dose should be used adults and children 12 years and older • take 1 tablet/caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist. • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet/caplet, 2 tablets/caplets may be used. • do not exceed 6 tablets/caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor. children under 12 years • ask a doctor
Storage and handling
store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). do not use if neck wrap or foil inner seal is broken or missing
• 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
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 stomach
bleeding. The chances 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
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or 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
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, or kidney disease, asthma or had a stroke
you are taking a diuretic
ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
• 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
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR IF
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
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 than10 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
SPL UNCLASSIFIED 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. (1-800-222-1222)
DIRECTIONS
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
• do not take more than directed
• the smallest effective dose should be used
adults and children
12 years and older
• take 1 tablet/caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist.
• if pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet/caplet, 2 tablets/caplets may be
used.
• do not exceed 6 tablets/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° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
do not use if neck wrap or foil inner seal is broken or missing
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