FDA Label for Ibuprofen

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Ibuprofen Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Safetec Of America, 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

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


Active Ingredient (In Each Tablet)



Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug


Purpose



Pain reliever/fever reducer


Uses



  • 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

Do Not Use



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

Ask A Doctor Before Use If



  • 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

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



  • 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

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 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
  • 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. (1-800-222-1222)


Directions:



  • do not lake more than directed
  • the smallest effective dose should be used
  • adults and children 12 years and older
    • 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:



  • Store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
  • Avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
  • do not use if foil inner seal is broken or missing

Inactive Ingredients



colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, iron oxide red, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone k30, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch, glycolate, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide


Questions Or Comments?



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Safetec
of America, Inc.

DO NOT USE IF POUCH IS TORN OR DAMAGED

Manufactured for Safetec of America, Inc.
Buffalo NY 14215

Ibuprofen Tablets USP, 200 mg
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)*

GLUTEN-FREE
2 Coated Tablets


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Safetec®
of America, Inc.

*Compare to the active ingredient in Advil®

NDC 61010-4411-1

Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen Tablets USP, 200 mg

PUSH TO OPEN

Dispense through opening

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)*

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Safetec®
of America, Inc.

*Compare to the active ingredient in Advil®

NDC 61010-4411-2

Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen Tablets USP, 200 mg - Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)*

GLUTEN-FREE

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