Ibuprofen
Generic: IBUPROFEN
Basic Information
Manufacturer
Spirit Pharmaceuticals LLC
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
e38d23e5-b455-41b5-86f6-c318b17bd345
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer
Indications & Usage
Uses • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: • headache • toothache • backache • menstrual cramps • the common cold • muscular aches • minor pain of arthritis • temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Warnings 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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 Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAID's except aspirin increases the risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke.
These can be fatal.
The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.
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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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 Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAID's except aspirin increases the risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke.
These can be fatal.
The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.