RX ACT IBUPROFEN CHILDRENS- ibuprofen suspension

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Drug Labeling and Warnings

rx act ibuprofen by is a Otc medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by H E B. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.

Drug Details [pdf]

Active ingredient (in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoonful)

Ibuprofen 100 mg (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purposes

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

temporarily:

• relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache
• reduces fever

Warnings

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 your child:

• has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
• takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
• takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
• takes more or for a longer time than directed

Sore throat warning:  Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.

Do not use

• if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• right before or after heart surgery

Ask a doctor before use if

• stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
• child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
• child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
• child has not been drinking fluids
• child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
• child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
• child has asthma
• child is taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is

• under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
• taking any other drug

When using this product

• give with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
• the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
• feels faint
• vomits blood
• has bloody or black stools
• has stomach pain that does not get better
• the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment
• fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• redness or swelling is present in the painful area
• any new symptoms appear

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)

Directions

• this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
• do not give more than directed
• shake well before using
• find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
• use only enclosed measuring cup
• if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours
• do not use more than 4 times a day
• replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance
• wash dosage cup after each use

Dosing Chart
Weight (lbs)	Age(yrs)	Dose (teaspoonful or mL)
under 2 years		ask a doctor
24-35 lbs	2-3 years	1 tsp or 5 mL
36-47 lbs	4-5 years	1 ½ tsp or 7.5 mL
48-59 lbs	6-8 years	2 tsp or 10 mL
60-71 lbs	9-10 years	2 ½ tsp or 12.5 mL
72-95 lbs	11 years	3 tsp or 15 mL

Other information

• each teaspoon contains: sodium 2 mg
• do not use if printed neckband is broken or missing
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
• do not freeze
• see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date

Inactive ingredients

anhydrous citric acid, artificial mixed berry flavor, D&C yellow #10, FD&C red #40, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, hypromellose, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, xanthan gum

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IBUPROFEN ORAL SUSPENSION

100 mg per 5 mL (teaspoonful)

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

(NSAID)

Children’s

For Ages 2 to 11

Lasts up to 8 hours

Alcohol Free

Berry Flavor

See New Warnings Information

GLUTEN FREE

4 FL OZ (120 mL)

INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE

RX ACT IBUPROFEN  CHILDRENS
ibuprofen suspension

Product Information
Product Type	HUMAN OTC DRUG	Item Code (Source)	NDC: 37808-897
Route of Administration	ORAL

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name	Basis of Strength	Strength
IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM)	IBUPROFEN	100 mg  in 5 mL

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name	Strength
ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (UNII: XF417D3PSL)
GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)
HYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3NXW29V3WO)
POLYSORBATE 80 (UNII: 6OZP39ZG8H)
WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)
SODIUM BENZOATE (UNII: OJ245FE5EU)
SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R)
XANTHAN GUM (UNII: TTV12P4NEE)
HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP (UNII: XY6UN3QB6S)
D&C YELLOW NO. 10 (UNII: 35SW5USQ3G)
FD&C RED NO. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA)

Product Characteristics
Color	ORANGE	Score
Shape		Size
Flavor	BERRY	Imprint Code
Contains

Packaging
#	Item Code	Package Description	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
1	NDC: 37808-897-26	1 in 1 CARTON	01/06/1999
1		120 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product

Marketing Information
Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
ANDA	ANDA074937	01/06/1999

Labeler - H E B (007924756)