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Warnings Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: _ blisters _ rash _ hives _ asthma (wheezing) _ shock _ skin reddening _ facial swelling 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 you: _ take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or Drug Facts (continued) steroid drug _ are age 60 or older _ have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems _ 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 Do not use _ 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 _ stomach bleeding warning applies to you _ you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn _ you are taking a diuretic Drug Facts (continued) _ you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease or asthma _ you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are _ taking any other drug _ under a doctor's care for any serious condition _ taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin When using this product _ take 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 _ you experience any of the following signs of Drug Facts (continued) stomach bleeding: _ feel faint _ have stomach pain that does not get better _ have bloody or black stools _ vomit blood _ 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) Drug Facts (continued)