Handy Solutions Ibuprofen (ibuprofen 200 mg) Dailymed

Drug Facts

Active Ingredients (in Each Caplet)

Ibuprofen 200 mg

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

Temporarily relieves minor aches, pains and fever associated with: 

• headache • backache • common cold • muscular aches • toothache • menstrual cramps • minor pain of arthritis Temporarily reduces fever.

Warnings

Allergy Alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: • hives • skin reddening • asthma (wheezing) • facial swelling • rash • shock  • bulers If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you: • are age 60 or older • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product • take more or for a longer time than directed.

Do not use

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

Ask a doctor before use if you have

• you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers • the stomach bleeding warning applies to you • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease • you have asthma • you are taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

• 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

When using this product

• take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs • the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• 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 • 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 or unexpected symptoms occur

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. 

Directions

• do not use more than directed
• the smallest effective dose should be used  

Adults and children 12 years of age and  older: Take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist. If pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet, 2 tablets may be used. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor.

Children under 12 years or age: Do not give to children under 12 years of age.

Other Information

• Tamper evident. Do not use if packet is torn, cut or opened.
• store at controlled room temperatures 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
• Avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
• Read all product information before using

Inactive Ingredients

carnauba wax*, corn starch, hypromellose, iron oxide red, lactose monohydrate*, magnesium stearate*, microcrystalline cellulose*, polydextrose*, polyethylene glycol, povidone K30*, silicon dioxide, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, triacetin* *may contain

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