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Allergy alert: 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.

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding.

The chance is higher if your child:

• has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems • takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug • takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] • 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 • if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer • right before or after heart surgery

Ask a doctor before use if • stomach bleeding warning applies to your child • child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn • child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers • child has not been drinking fluids • child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea • child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease • child has asthma • child is taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition • taking any other drug

When using this product • give 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 • child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: • feels faint • vomits blood • has bloody or black stools • has stomach pain that does not get better • the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment • fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days • redness or swelling is present in the painful area • 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 • if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer • right before or after heart surgery Ask a doctor before use if • stomach bleeding warning applies to your child • child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn • child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers • child has not been drinking fluids • child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea • child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease • child has asthma • child is taking a diuretic Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition • taking any other drug Stop use and ask a doctor if • child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: • feels faint • vomits blood • has bloody or black stools • has stomach pain that does not get better • the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment • fever or pain 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:

• reduces fever • relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headaches and toothaches

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Publix Super Markets Inc

Profen Ib | Publix Super Markets Inc

• 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. • measure with the dosing device provided. Do not use with any other device. • dispense liquid slowly into the child’s mouth, toward the inner cheek • if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours • do not use more than 4 times a day
Dosing Chart

Weight (lbs)

Age (mos)

Dose (mL)

under 6 mos

ask a doctor

12-17 lbs

6-11 mos

1.25 mL

18-23 lbs

12-23 mos

1.875 mL

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Publix Super Markets Inc

Profen Ib | Publix Super Markets Inc

• 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. 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 • wash dosage cup after each use
Dosing Chart

Weight (lbs)

Age (yrs)

Dose (teaspoonful 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 1/2 tsp or 7.5 mL

48-59 lbs

6-8 years

2 tsp or 10 mL

60-71 lbs

9-10 years

2 1/2 tsp or 12.5 mL

72-95 lbs

11 years

3 tsp or 15 mL

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