Motrin IB: Package Insert / Prescribing Info
Package insert / product label
Generic name: ibuprofen
Dosage form: tablet, film coated
Drug class: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 2, 2024.
Indications and Usage for Motrin IB
- 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 chances are 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 ibuprofen or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
- you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
- you have asthma
- you are taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
- under a doctor's care for any serious condition
- 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
Motrin IB Dosage and Administration
- do not take more than directed
- the smallest effective dose should be used
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Storage and Handling
- read all warnings and directions before use
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
- do not use if pouch is torn or damaged
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Inactive ingredients
colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C red no. 40 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow no. 6 aluminum lake, iron oxides, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide
Distributed by:
JOHNSON & JOHNSON CONSUMER INC.
McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division
Fort Washington, PA 19034 USA
Repackaged and distributed by Convenience Valet ®, Glendale Heights, IL 60139
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Motrin
®IB
Ibuprofen Tablets USP, 200 mg
Pain Reliever / Fever Reducer (NSAID)
FPO
2 Pouches
of 2 Coated
Caplets* Each
*Capsule-Shaped Tablets
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL-200mg Caplet Pouch 6ct Package
New Information: Read Entire Label
Motrin ® IB
Ibuprofen Tablets USP, 200 mg
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)
3 POUCHES OF 2 COATED CAPLETS* EACH
*Capsule-Shaped Tablets
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