Counteract
FDA Label NDC 54473-134

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

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Melaleuca, Inc. for the product Counteract (NDC 54473-134). 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 otc - active ingredient, otc - purpose, indications & usage, warnings, otc - do not use, otc - ask doctor, otc - ask doctor/pharmacist, otc - when using, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

Otc - Active Ingredient

Active ingredient (in each white tablet)
Ibuprofen USP, 200 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Otc - Purpose

Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer

Indications & Usage

Use

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

Warnings

Warnings
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:

  • hives
  • facial swelling
  • asthma (wheezing)
  • skin reddening
  • shock
  • 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:
    • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
    • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
    • are age 60 or older
    • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
    • take more or for a longer time than directed
    • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Otc - Do Not Use

Do not use

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

Otc - Ask Doctor

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 or asthma
  • you are taking a diuretic

Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

  • 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

Otc - When Using

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

Otc - Stop Use

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
    • feel faint
    • have bloody or black stools
    • vomit blood
    • 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

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.

Dosage & Administration

Directions

  • do not take more than directed
  • the smallest effective dose should be used
    • do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
    • adults and children 12 years and over: 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

Storage And Handling

Other information

  • store at controlled room temperature
  • avoid excessive heat 40°C (104°F)

Inactive Ingredient

Inactive ingredients  cellulose, corn starch, fumed silica gel, hypromellose, lactose, magnesium stearate, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, silica, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, triacetin

Otc - Questions

Questions or comments?
call 1-800-282-3000

Boxed Warning

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING

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