Equate Ibuprofen
FDA Label NDC 49035-133

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Walmart Stores Inc for the product Equate Ibuprofen (NDC 49035-133). 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(s), purpose, use(s), warnings, do not use, ask a doctor before use if, ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if, when using this product, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

Label Section Quick Index

→ Active Ingredient(s)

→ Purpose

→ Use(s)

→ Warnings

→ Do Not Use

→ Ask A Doctor Before Use If

→ Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If

→ When Using This Product

→ Stop Use And Ask Doctor If

→ Other Required Warnings

→ Pregnancy/breastfeeding

→ Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

→ Directions

→ Inactive Ingredient(s)

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Active Ingredient(S)

Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)*
(Present as the free acid and potassium salt)

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

Pain reliever/Fever reducer

Use(S)

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
headache
toothache
backache
menstrual cramps
the common cold
muscular aches
minor pain of arthritis
temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Allergy alert:

Ibuprofenmay 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 anallergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning:

Thisproduct contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chanceis 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

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

the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, or asthma
you are taking a diuretic

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If

under a doctor's care for any serious condition
taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
taking any other drug

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 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
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

Other Required Warnings

each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding

Ask a health professional before use. It is especiallyimportant not to use ibuprofen during the last 3 months of pregnancy unlessdefinitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in theunborn 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 over: take 1 capsule every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
if pain or fever does not respond to 1 capsule, 2 capsules may be used
do not exceed 6 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Inactive Ingredient(S)

Ammonium hydroxide, FD&C green no.3, Gelatin, Iron oxide black (ferrosoferric oxide), Medium chain triglycerides, Polyethylene glycol, Propylene glycol, Potassium hydroxide, Purified water, Shellac, Sorbitol, Sorbitan monooleate