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Ibuprofen

Safeway, Inc.
P and L Development of New York Corporation

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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*




FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Active ingredient (in each capsule)

Solubilized ibuprofen equal to 200 mg 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 a 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 20° to 25°C (68° 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?

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Compare to the active ingredient in Advil® Liqui-Gels®†

Liquid Softgels

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®.

DISTRIBUTED BY SAFEWAY INC., P.O. BOX 99, PLEASANTON, CA 94566-0009

1-888-SAFEWAY / www.safeway.com

KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION.

DO NOT USE IF TAMPER-EVIDENT SEAL UNDER BOTTLE CAP IMPRINTED WITH "SEALED FOR YOUR PROTECTION" IS BROKEN OR MISSING.  

Product Label

Ibuprofen

Safeway Ibuprofen 200 mg Softgel
 

Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED

Product Information

Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:21130-197
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
sorbitol
SORBITAN

Product Characteristics

Color Size Imprint Code Shape
BLUE 19 mm IB200 CAPSULE

Packaging

# Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
1 40 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
2 80 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
3 NDC:21130-197-18 180 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

Marketing Information

Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
ANDA ANDA078682 2010-07-06


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