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Ibuprofen

Amneal Pharmaceuticals
Amneal Pharmaceuticals




FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

(in each capsule)

Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg ibuprofen (NSAID)*

(present as the free acid and potassium salt)

* nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Pain reliever/Fever reducer

  • 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

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

Do not use

  • if you have 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 you
  • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
  • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, or asthma
  • you are taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

  • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
  • taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
  • taking any other drug

When using this product

  • take with food or milk if upset stomach 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

  • you experience any of the follwing signs of stomach bleeding:
  • feel faint
  • vomit blood
  • have bloody or black stools
  • have stomach pain that does not get better
  • 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 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.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

DIRECTIONS

  • do not take more than directed
  • the smallest effective dose should be used
  • adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 capsule every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
  • if pain or fever does not respond to 1 capsule, 2 capsules may be used.
  • do not exceed 6 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
  • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
  • each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
  • read all warnings and directions before use.  Keep carton.
  • Store at 20º to 25ºC (68º to 77ºF)
  • avoid excessive heat above 40ºC (104ºF)

FD&C Blue # 1, gelatin, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitol

Call 1-877-835-5472 Monday through Friday 9AM - 5PM EST

READ AND KEEP CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND INFORMATION

Do Not Use if printed foil under cap is broken or missing.

Distributed by:  Amneal Pharmaceuticals

Glasgow, KY  42141

Rev. 03-2012

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Product Information

Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:65162-356
Route of Administration ORAL DEA Schedule

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety

Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
IBUPROFEN IBUPROFEN 200 mg

Inactive Ingredients

Ingredient Name Strength
FD&C BLUE NO. 1
GELATIN
polyethylene glycol 400
water
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
sorbitol

Product Characteristics

Color Size Imprint Code Shape
BLUE 18 mm A356 CAPSULE

Packaging

# Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
1 20 in 1 BOTTLE
2 80 in 1 BOTTLE
3 NDC:65162-356-50 500 in 1 BOTTLE
4 NDC:65162-356-11 1000 in 1 BOTTLE

Marketing Information

Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
ANDA ANDA202300 2013-03-29


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