Directions: Do not take more than directed. The smallest effective dose should be used. Do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor. - Adults and children 12 years and over: 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.
Warnings: Allergy Warning: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: hives, facial swelling, asthma (wheezing), shock. If an allergic re4action occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause 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 a NSAID (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. Or right before or after heart surgery. Ask a doctor before use if you have had problems or side effects with any pain reliever/fever reducer, stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain, ulcers, or bleeding problems, high blood pressure, heart or kidney disease, taken a diuretic or reached age 60 or older. Ask a doctor of pharmacist before use if you are: taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription of nonprescription. Taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug, under a doctor's care for any serious condition., taking aspirin to prevent heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin, or are taking any other drug. When using this product take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs, long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Stop use and ask a doctor if: - You feel faint, vomit blood, or 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.
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 specifically directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of the reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use if seal under bottle cap imprinted with "Sealed for Your Protection" is broken or missing. Ingredients: Active Ingredients: Ibuprofen (200 mg) Inactive Ingredients: Acetylated Monoglycerides, Bees Wax, Carnauba Wax, Croscarmellose Sodium, Iron Oxides, Lecithin, Methylparaben, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Pharmaceutical Glaze, Povidone, Propylparaben, Silicon Dioxide, Simethicone, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Starch, Stearic Acid, Sucrose, Titanium Dioxide Other Information: Read all warnings and directions before use. Keep Carton. Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) Avoid excessive heat 40°C (above 104°F). Wyeth Consumer Healthcare Richmond, VA 23261-6609 ©2008 Advil www.advil.com |