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IBUPROFEN

McKesson (Health Mart)

Health Mart Ibuprofen 200mg


FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*




FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Active ingredient (in each capsule)

Solubilized Ibuprofen equal to 200mg Ibuprofen (NSAID)*...
(present as the free acid and potassium salt)
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

IBUPROFEN Uses

  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
    • headache
    • muscular aches
    • minor pain of arthritis
    • toothache
    • backache
    • the common cold
    • menstrual cramps
  • temporarily reduces fever

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

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

  • the 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 stomach upset 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 doctor if

  • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
    • feel faint
    • have bloody or black stools
    • vomit blood
    • 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 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

IBUPROFEN Other information

  • each capsule contains: potassium 20 mg
  • read all warnings and directions before use.  Keep carton.
  • store at 20º to 25°C (68º to 77°F)
  • avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F). Protect from light.

Inactive ingredients

FD&C blue #1, gelatin, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol

Questions or comments?

Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

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Compare to Advil® Liqui-Gels® active ingredient†

Ibuprofen capsules, 200 mg

pain reliever/fever reducer (NSAID)

Softgels**  (**liquid filled capsules)

†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare, owner of the registered trademark Advil® Liqui-Gels®.

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Another Quality Product Distributed by McKesson

One Post Street, San Francisco, CA  94104

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Product Label

IBUPROFEN
Health Mart Ibuprofen 200 mg Capsules

IBUPROFEN

IBUPROFEN CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED

Product Information

Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:62011-0016
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 GLYCOLS
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
water
SORBITAN
sorbitol

Product Characteristics

Color Size Imprint Code Shape
BLUE 18 mm IBU200 OVAL

Packaging

# Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
1 40 in 1 BOTTLE
2 NDC:62011-0016-1 1 in 1 BOX

Marketing Information

Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
ANDA ANDA078682 2012-04-09


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