Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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hives
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facial swelling
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asthma (wheezing)
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shock
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skin reddening
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rash
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blisters
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 your child:
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has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
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takes more or for a longer time than directed
Sore throat warning: Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.
Do not use
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if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
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stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
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child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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child has not been drinking fluids
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child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
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child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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child has asthma
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child is taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is
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under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
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taking any other drug
When using this product
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give with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
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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
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child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
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feels faint
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vomits blood
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has bloody or black stools
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has stomach pain that does not get better
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the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment
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fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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redness or swelling is present in the painful area
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any new symptoms appear
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)
Do not use
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if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
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stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
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child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
•
child has not been drinking fluids
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child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
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child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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child has asthma
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child is taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is
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under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
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taking any other drug
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
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feels faint
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vomits blood
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has bloody or black stools
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has stomach pain that does not get better
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the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment
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fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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redness or swelling is present in the painful area
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this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
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do not give more than directed
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shake well before using
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find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
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use only enclosed measuring cup
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if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours
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do not use more than 4 times a day
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replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance
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wash dosage cup after each use