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 chances are 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
■ 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, or kidney disease ■ you have asthma ■ you are taking a diuretic
you are taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription) taking a
blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
you faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding. pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts redness or swelling is present in the painful area any new symptoms appear
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.
Do Not Use
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ right before or
after heart surgery
■ 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, or kidney disease ■ you have asthma ■ you are taking a diuretic
you are taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription) taking a
blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
you faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding. pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts redness or swelling is present in the painful area any new symptoms appear
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.
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, or kidney disease ■ you have asthma ■ you are taking a diuretic
you are taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription) taking a
blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
you faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding. pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts redness or swelling is present in the painful area any new symptoms appear
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.
Ask doctor or pharmacist before use if
you are taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription) taking a
blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
you faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding. pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts redness or swelling is present in the painful area any new symptoms appear
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.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding. pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts redness or swelling is present in the painful area any new symptoms appear
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.
There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.
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