• If you are pregnant or of childbearing age, discuss the risks/benefits of this medication with your doctor and pharmacist. ; Take with food. ; Do not take aspirin products without doctor approval. Continue taking low-dose aspirin to prevent heart attack/stroke unless doctor tells you to stop. ; If you drink alcohol, discuss the safe use of alcohol while using this medication with your healthcare professional. ; May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Alcohol and marijuana may intensify this effect. Use care when operating a vehicle, vessel (e.g., boat), or machinery. ; Avoid prolonged or excessive exposure to direct and/or artificial sunlight while using this medication. ; For suspension, oral products : Shake well before using. ; For tablet products : Do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking this medication. ; For tablet products : Medication should be taken with plenty of water. ; For tablet, chewable products : Chew this medication before swallowing. ;

Common side effects

• Hemorrhage
• Nausea
• Headache disorder
• Dizziness
• Flatulence
• Vomiting
• Bleeding from wound
• Dyspepsia
• Hypernatremia
• Anemia
• Peripheral edema
• Cough
• Hypertension
• Hypokalemia
• Edema
• Eosinophilia
• Hypoalbuminemia
• Acute abdominal pain
• Hypoproteinemia
• Urinary retention

If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly

• Upset stomach
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness

Tell your doctor right away if any of these serious side effects occur

• Easy bruising/bleeding
• Hearing changes
• Mental/mood changes
• Unexplained stiff neck
• Signs of kidney problems
• Vision changes
• Symptoms of heart failure

This drug may rarely cause serious liver disease. Get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of liver damage, including

• Dark urine
• Persistent nausea/vomiting/loss of appetite
• Stomach/abdominal pain
• Yellowing eyes/skin

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including

• Rash
• Itching/swelling
• Severe dizziness
• Trouble breathing

Other things to note

• If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
• This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high.

• Watch for bleeding, heart attack or stroke signs.
• Avoid use in pregnancy from 20 weeks until birth
• For suspension, drops products : Do not use for more than 10 days unless directed.
• For suspension, oral products : Shake well & measure with dosing spoon/cup/syringe. Unless MD directs, do not use in kids less than 2. Call Dr if you have black stools or stomach pain.
• For tablet products : Before use, important to read the Medication Guide. Best to take with food to lessen stomach upset. Take with 8 oz. liquid. Do not lie down for 10min. Do not take more than package label recommends. May make you drowsy or dizzy. Drive with caution. Limit alcohol consumption and stop using tobacco. Low dose daily aspirin ok Ask MD about other NSAIDs.
• For tablet, chewable products : Chew medicine completely before swallowing.
• For vial products : Call Dr if heartburn, or swallowing/stomach pain. May make you dizzy. Use caution when driving. Review all drugs you are taking with your doctor. No aspirin-like meds. Ask MD about daily aspirin.

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever.

May Treat: Dysmenorrhea · Fever · Headache disorder · Juvenile idiopathic arthritis · Osteoarthritis and more

Brand Names: Caldolor · Advil · Advil Liqui-Gel · Children's Ibuprofen · IBU-200 and more

Drug Class: NSAID Analgesics (COX Non-Specific) - Propionic Acid Derivatives

Availability: Prescription sometimes needed

Pregnancy: Do not use. This medication may be harmful to an unborn child.

Lactation: Does not adversely affect lactation

Alcohol: Limit intake while taking this medication

Driving: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use caution