FDA Label for Ibuprofen
View Indications, Usage & Precautions
- (IN EACH WHITE TABLET)
- PURPOSE
- USES
- WARNINGS SECTION
- ALLERGY ALERT:
- STOMACH BLEEDING WARNING:
- DO NOT USE
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF
- ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE
- WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING,
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
- DIRECTIONS
- DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENT
- QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
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Ibuprofen Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Cardinal Health 107, Llc. 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.
(In Each White Tablet)
Ibuprofen USP, 200 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:• muscular aches• the common cold• temporarily reduces fever• headache• minor pain of arthritis• backache• menstrual cramps• toothache
Warnings Section
Read all warnings and directions before use.
SEE NEW WARNINGS INFORMATION
This unit dose package is not child resistant and is intended for institutional use only.
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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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 an 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
• 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
• 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 or kidney disease• you are taking a diuretic• you have asthma or had a stroke
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
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• have bloody or black stools• vomit blood• have stomach pain that does not get better• you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke• chest pain• Slurred speech• Leg swelling• Trouble breathing• Weakness in one part or side of body
• 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
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.
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
• do not take more than directed• the smallest effective dose must be used
Dosage & Administration Section
• 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
Other Information
STORAGE: Store between 20-25°C (68°-77°F); Avoid excessive heat 40C (104F)
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BLISTER IS TORN OR BROKEN
Inactive Ingredient
corn starch, colloidal silicon dioxide, hypromellose, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, triacetin
Questions Or Comments?
Call 1-800-426-9391 8:30 AM-4:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday
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Major® Pharmaceuticals
17177 N Laurel Park Dr., Suite 233
Livonia, MI 48152 USA
MFGD By LNK, Hauppauge, NY 11788
Repackaged By:
Cardinal Health
Zanesville, OH 43701
L3432333-10917
L3432333-20917
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Ibuprofen Tablets, USP 200 mg.
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)
10 Tablets
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