Ibuprofen

• 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

• take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

• do not take more than directed
• the smallest effective dose should be used
• adults and children 12 years and older
• take 1 captet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist • If pain or fever does not respond to 1 captet, 2 captets may be used • do not exceed 6 captets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor.
• children under 12 years
• ask a doctor

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

• 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
• you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke
  • chest pain • trouble breathing • weakness in one part or side of body • slurred speech • leg swelling
• pain gets worse or lasts more than10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• redness or swelling is present in the painful area
• any new symptoms appear

• 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

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

• store between 20 – 25°C (68 – 77°F).
• do not use if neck wrap or foil inner seal is broken or missing

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