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 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

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 than 10 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 foil inner seal is broken or missing

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