Ibuprofen

• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
  • headache
  • toothache 
  • backache
  • menstrual cramps
  • muscular aches
  • the common cold
  • minor pain of arthritis 
• 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 over: take 1 capsule every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
• if pain or fever does not respond to 1 capsule, 2 capsules may be used
• do not exceed 6 capsules 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

• 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.

 If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. 

• under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
• taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
• taking any other drug.

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

• each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
• read all warnings and directions before use
• store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
• avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

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PAIN RELIEF
Ibuprofen Capsules 200 mg

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)

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