Shoprite Ibuprofen
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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:
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- hives
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- facial swelling
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- asthma (wheezing)
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- shock
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- skin reddening
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- rash
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- 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 chances are higher if you
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- are age 60 or older
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- have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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- take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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- take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
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- have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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- take more or for a longer time than directed
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- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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- right before or after heart surgery
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- you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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- you have asthma
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- you are taking a diuretic
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- taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
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- under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
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- taking any other drug
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- take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
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- the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
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- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
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- feel faint
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- vomit blood
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- have bloody or black stools
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- have stomach pain that does not get better
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- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
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- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
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- 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.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
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- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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- right before or after heart surgery
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- you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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- you have asthma
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- you are taking a diuretic
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- taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
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- under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
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- taking any other drug
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- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
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- feel faint
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- vomit blood
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- have bloody or black stools
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- have stomach pain that does not get better
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- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
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- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
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- any new symptoms appear
Legal Issues
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FDA Safety Alerts
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Manufacturer Warnings
There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.
FDA Labeling Changes
There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.
Uses
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- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
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- headache
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- muscular aches
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- minor pain of arthritis
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- toothache
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- backache
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- the common cold
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- menstrual cramps
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- temporarily reduces fever
History
There is currently no drug history available for this drug.
Other Information
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Sources
Shoprite Ibuprofen Manufacturers
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Wakefern Food Corporation
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Shoprite Ibuprofen | Wakefern Food Corporation
• do not take more than directed • the smallest effective dose should be usedadults 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 doctorchildren under 12 years
• ask a doctor -
Wakefern Food Corporation
Shoprite Ibuprofen | Wakefern Food Corporation
• 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 useDosing 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
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