Direct Safety Ibuprofen is a brand name for Ibuprofen. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Uses Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with ■ headache ■ toothache ■ backache ■ menstrual cramps ■ common cold ■ muscular aches ■ minor arthritis pain Temporarily reduces fever.
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
Directions ■ do not use 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 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:
Do not give to children under 12 years of age.
Stop use and ask a doctor if Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ 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 ■ 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 for more than 10 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days ■ redness or swelling is present in the painful area ■ any new or unexpected symptoms occur
Warnings Allergy alert:
Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: ■ hives ■ skin reddening ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ facial swelling ■ rash ■ shock ■ 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 or 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 any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ right before or after heart surgery
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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