Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache, muscular aches, the minor pain of arthritis, backache, menstrual cramps, muscular aches, toothache, the common cold.
Temporarily reduces fever.
Motrin ®
Directions:
do not take more than directed
the smallest effective dose should be used
do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
Adults and children 12 years and older:
take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used
do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
Children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Store between 20-25°C (68-77° F).
Ingredients:
Active Ingredients:Each caplet contains:Ibuprofen 200mg (NSAID) (Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer)
Inactive Ingredients:Carnauba Wax, Corn Starch, FD&C Yellow 6, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Iron Oxide, Polydextrose, Polyethylene Glycol, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Titanium Dioxide
Warnings:
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: hives, asthma (wheezing), skin reddening, blisters, facial swelling, shock, rash
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 stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:
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are age 60 or older
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have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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take other drugs containing an NSAID (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
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have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
if you have ever had an allergic reactions to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain.
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ulcers
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bleeding problems
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high blood pressure
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heart or kidney disease
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taken a diuretic
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reached age 60 or older
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Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
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taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription)
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taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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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
- you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding.
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
- 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 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.
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