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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions

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 your child:

  • has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
  • takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
  • takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
  • takes more or for a longer time than directed

Sore throat warning:  Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.

Do not use

  • if the child has 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 your child
  • child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
  • child has not been drinking fluids
  • child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
  • child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
  • child has asthma
  • child is taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is

  • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • taking any other drug

When using this product

  • give 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

  • child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
  • feels faint
  • vomits blood
  • has bloody or black stools
  • has stomach pain that does not get better
  • the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment
  • fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • redness or swelling is present in the painful area
  • any new symptoms appear

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)

Do not use

  • if the child has 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 your child
  • child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
  • child has not been drinking fluids
  • child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
  • child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
  • child has asthma
  • child is taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is

  • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • taking any other drug

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
  • feels faint
  • vomits blood
  • has bloody or black stools
  • has stomach pain that does not get better
  • the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment
  • fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • redness or swelling is present in the painful area
  • any new symptoms appear
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FDA Safety Alerts

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Manufacturer Warnings

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FDA Labeling Changes

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Uses

temporarily:

  • relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache
  • reduces fever
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History

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  • Wal-mart Stores Inc
    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc
    No Recall

    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc

    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc
    this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use do not give more than directed shake well before using find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. use only enclosed measuring cup if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours do not use more than 4 times a day replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance wash dosage cup after each use Dosing Chart Weight (lbs) Age(yrs) Dose (teaspoonful or mL) under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 lbs 2-3 years 1 tsp or 5 mL 36-47 lbs 4-5 years 1 ½ tsp or 7.5 mL 48-59 lbs 6-8 years 2 tsp or 10 mL 60-71 lbs 9-10 years 2 ½ tsp or 12.5 mL 72-95 lbs 11 years 3 tsp or 15 mL
  • Wal-mart Stores Inc
    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc
    No Recall

    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc

    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc
    • do not take more than directed • the smallest effective dose should be used

    Adults and children 12 years and older:

    • take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used • do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

    Children under 12 years: ask a doctor

    • do not take more than directed • the smallest effective dose should be used

    adults and children 12 years and older

    • take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used • do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

    children under 12 years

    • ask a doctor
  • Wal-mart Stores Inc
    Equate Ibuprofen | L&r Distributors, Inc.
    No Recall

    Equate Ibuprofen | L&r Distributors, Inc.

    Equate Ibuprofen | L&r Distributors, Inc.
    this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use dissolve in mouth or chew before swallowing if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor  Weight (lb)  Age (yr)  Tablets  Under 48  Under 6  Ask a doctor  48-59  6-8  2  60-71  9-10  2 1/2  72-95  11  3
  • Walmart Stores Inc
    Equate Ibuprofen | Walmart Stores Inc
    No Recall

    Equate Ibuprofen | Walmart Stores Inc

    Equate Ibuprofen | Walmart Stores Inc
    do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 capsule every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist if pain or fever does not respond to 1 capsule, 2 capsules may be used do not exceed 6 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years: ask a doctor
  • Wal-mart Stores Inc
    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc
    No Recall

    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc

    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc
    • do not take 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
  • Wal-mart Stores Inc
    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc
    No Recall

    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc

    Equate Ibuprofen | Wal-mart Stores Inc
    • do not take 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

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