Ibuprofen Pain Reliever/ Fever Reducer
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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: ■ hives ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ shock■ skin reddening ■ rash ■ blisters
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chances are 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
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ right before or
after heart surgery
■ 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
■ taking aspirin to prevent 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
take with food or milk if stomach upset occursthe risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
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 symptoms appear
ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in
the unborn child or complications during delivery
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ right before or
after heart surgery
■ 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
■ taking aspirin to prevent 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
Stop use and ask a doctor ifyou 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 symptoms appear
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Uses
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
History
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Ibuprofen Pain Reliever/ Fever Reducer Manufacturers
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Chain Drug Consortium
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Ibuprofen Pain Reliever/ Fever Reducer | Chain Drug Consortium
■ do not take more than directed
■ the smallest effective dose should be used
Adults and children 12 years 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: ask a doctor -
Amneal Pharmaceuticals
Ibuprofen Pain Reliever/ Fever Reducer | Amneal Pharmaceuticals
Directions■ this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
■ do not give more than directed
■ shake well before using
■ find right dose on chart below (if possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age)
■ use only enclosed measuring cup
■ if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours
■ do not use more than 4 times a day
■ replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance
Dosing Chart Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (tsp or mL) under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 lbs 2-3 years 1 tsp or 5 mL 36-47 lbs 4-5 years 1 ½ tsp or 7.5 mL 48-59 lbs 6-8 years 2 tsp or 10 mL 60-71 lbs 9-10 years 2 ½ tsp or 12.5 mL 72-95 lbs 11 years 3 tsp or 15 mL
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