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 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

Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except

aspirin, increase 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.

Do not use

if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or

any other pain reliever/fever reducer,

right before or after heart surgery

Ask a doctor before use if

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, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke,

you are taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor of 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

Stop use and ask a doctor if

you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:

feel fain, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools,

have stomach pain that does not get better,

you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke:

chest pain, trouble breathing,

weakness in one part or side of body,

slurred speech, leg swelling,

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

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional

before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen

at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed

to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the

unborn child or complications during delivery.

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)