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Medique at Home Iprin

IBUPROFEN

Standard Dose
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: ■ ask a doctor
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with: ■ headache ■ toothache ■ backache ■ menstrual cramps ■ common cold ■ muscular aches ■ minor arthritis pain temporarily reduces fever
Summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with: ■ headache ■ toothache ■ backache ■ menstrual cramps ■ common cold ■ muscular aches ■ minor arthritis pain temporarily reduces fever Dosage and administration 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: ■ ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with: ■ headache ■ toothache ■ backache ■ menstrual cramps ■ common cold ■ muscular aches ■ minor arthritis pain temporarily reduces fever Dosage and administration 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: ■ ask a doctor Warnings and cautions 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 and 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.

Monitoring

  • 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 and stroke warning: NSAIDS, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.