FDA Label for Ibuprofen

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Ibuprofen Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Marksans Pharma Limited. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient(S)




Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*

  * nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug 


Purpose




Pain reliever/fever reducer


Use(S)



  • 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



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 an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:

    • are age 60 or older
    • have bad 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
    • the more or for a longer time than directed
    •  Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAID's except aspirin, increases 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




  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • right before or after heart surgery

Ask A Doctor Before Use If




  • 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

  • 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



  • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs


Stop Use And Ask Doctor If



  • 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 problem  or stroke:
      • Chest pain
      • Trouble breathing
      • Weakness in one part or side of body
      • Slurred speech
      • leg swelling
      • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
      • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
      • redness or swelling is present in painful area
      • any new symptoms appear


Pregnancy/Breastfeeding




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 a 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)


Directions



  • do not take more than directed
  • the smallest effective dose should be used

  •          

    adults and children 12 years and older
    • take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
    • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet, 2 tablets may be used
    • do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor.
    Children under 12 years
    • ask a doctor




Inactive Ingredient(S)




Silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, FD & C yellow # 6 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, pregelatinized starch, talc, titanium dioxide.


Storage



  • store between 20-25 0C (68-77 0F).
  • do not use if seal under bottle cap imprinted with "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION” is broken or missing.


  • Questions or comments?

    Call 1-877-290-4008


    Manufactured for:
    Time-Cap Labs, Inc.
    7 Michael Avenue,
    Farmingdale,
    NY 11735, USA



    Manufactured by:

    Marksans Pharma Ltd.


    Plot No. L-82, L-83,
    Verna Indl. Estate,
    Verna, Goa-403 722, India.


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