FDA Label for Sudafed Pe Head Congestion Plus Pain

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Sudafed Pe Head Congestion Plus Pain Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc.. 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.

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Drug Facts


Otc - Purpose



Active ingredients (in each caplet)Purposes
Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)

nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Pain reliever/fever reducer
Phenylephrine HCl 10 mgNasal decongestant

Uses



  • temporarily relieves these symptoms associated with the common cold or flu:
    • headache
    • fever
    • sinus pressure
    • nasal congestion
    • minor body aches and pains
    • reduces swelling of the nasal passages
    • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose

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 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

Heart Attack And Stroke Warning



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.


Do Not Use



  • in children under 12 years of age because this product contains too much medication for children under this age
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • right before or after heart surgery
  • if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product

Ask A Doctor Before Use If



  • 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, asthma, thyroid disease, diabetes, have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland, or had a stroke
  • you are taking a diuretic

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



  • under a doctor's care for any serious condition
  • taking any other product that contains phenylephrine or any other nasal decongestant
  • 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

Stop Use And Ask A 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 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 7 days
      • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
      • nasal congestion lasts for more than 7 days
      • symptoms continue or get worse
      • redness or swelling is present in the painful area
      • you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
      • any new symptoms appear

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



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.


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



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
  • adults and children 12 years of age and over:
    • take 1 caplet every 4 hours while symptoms persist
    • do not use more than 6 caplets in any 24-hour period unless directed by a doctor
    • children under 12 years of age: do not use because this product contains too much medication for children under this age

Other Information



  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
  • read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
  • do not use if blister unit is torn or broken

Inactive Ingredients



colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, pregelatinized starch, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide


Questions Or Comments?



call 1-888-217-2117 (toll-free) or 215-273-8755 (collect)


Principal Display Panel



NDC 50580-436-01

SUDAFEDPE®

HEAD CONGESTION
+ PAIN

Ibuprofen 200 mg, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 10 mg Tablets
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID),
Nasal Decongestant

• NASAL CONGESTION • HEADACHE
• SINUS PRESSURE • FEVER
• NASAL SWELLING • BODY ACHES

ONE CAPLET DOSE!

actual size

20 COATED CAPLETS**
**CAPSULE-SHAPED TABLETS

NON-DROWSY


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