Active Ingredient (In Each Caplet)
Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Topco Associates Llc for the product Ibuprofen (NDC 36800-663). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.
This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredient (in each caplet), purposes, uses, allergy alert:, stomach bleeding warning:, heart attack and stroke warning:, do not use, ask a doctor before use if, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.
Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Pain reliever/ fever reducer
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
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.
This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe 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 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
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.
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
right before or after heart surgery
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, kidney disease, asthma or had a stroke
you are taking a diuretic
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
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
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 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
ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
do not take more than directed
the smallest effective dose should be used
adults and children 12 years and older
take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used
do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
children under 12 years
ask a doctor
store between 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]
avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
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