Kirkland Signature Ibuprofen 200 mg, 360 Liquid Filled Capsules

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Kirkland Signature™ Ibuprofen offers temporary relief of minor aches and pains.

Drug Facts:
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

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

Active Ingredient (in each capsule) - Purpose:
Solubilized Ibuprofen equal to 200 mg Ibuprofen (NSAID)* - Pain reliever/fever reducer (present as the free acid and potassium salt)
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Inactive Ingredients:
FD&C Blue no. 1, Gelatin, Pharmaceutical Ink, Polyethylene Glycol, Potassium Hydroxide, Purified Water, Sorbitan, Sorbitol.

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
• 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 right away. (1-800-222-1222)

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