IBUPROFEN

Uses: Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to

• headache
• muscular aches
• backache
• minor arthritis pain
• the common pain
• toothache
• menstrual cramps

Temporarily reduces fever

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

Directions:

Do not take more than directed; the smallest effective dose should be used.

Adults and children 12 years of age and over:

• take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
• if pain or fever does not respond to 1 tabet, 2 tablets may be used
• do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor

Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

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

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical help right away
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• redness or swelling is present in the painful area
• new symptoms occur
• you have any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools, or stomach pain that does not get better

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you

• take any other drug containing an NSAID
• take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
• take aspirin for heart attach or stroke (ibuprofen may decrease the benefit if aspirin)
• are under a doctor's care for any serious condition

Do not use

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

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