MOTRIN IB

• 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

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