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

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