DESCRIPTION
Each MOTRIN®Cold & Sinus Caplet contains ibuprofen 200 mg and pseudoephedrine HCl 30 mg.
USES
temporarily relieves these symptoms associated with the common cold,sinusitis,or flu:
·headache ·nasal congestion
·fever ·minor body aches and pains
DIRECTIONS
- do not take 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 of age and older | ·take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist.If symptoms do not respond to 1 caplet,2 caplets may be used. | | ·do not use more than 6 caplets in any 24-hour period unless directed by a doctor | | children under 12 years of age | ask a doctor |
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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 a nonsterodial anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID),which may cause 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 an NSAID (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
- you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- right before or after heart surgery
- you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression,psychiatric or emotional conditions,or Parkinson's disease),or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug.If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI,ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- stomach problems that last or come back,such as heartburn,upset stomach,or stomach pain
- ulcers
- bleeding problems
- high blood pressure
- heart or kidney disease
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
- taken a diuretic
- reached age 60 or older
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription) and/or a nasal decongestant
- take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- taking any other product that contains ibuprofen or pseudoephedrine
- 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
- long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you feel faint,vomit blood,or have bloody or block stools.These are signs of stomach bleeding.
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
- you get nervous,dizzy or sleepless
- nasal congestion lasts for more than 7 days
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Other Information:
- Carton:do not use if blister unit is broken or open
- Pouch: do not use if packet is opened
- Dispensit: do not use if packet is opened
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F).
- avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
- read all warnings and directions before use.Keep carton.
- see end panel for lot number and expiration date
PROFESSIONAL INFORMATION:
OVERDOSAGE INFORMATION
For overdosage information,please refer to pgs.__-__.
Inactive Ingredients:
Caplets:carnauba wax,cellulose,corn starch,FD&C Red #40,hypromellose,silicon dioxide,sodium lauryl sulfate,sodium starch glycolate,stearic acid,titanium dioxide,triacetin.
HOW SUPPLIED
Caplets:(white,printed "Cold & Sinus"in red) in blister packs of 20.
PRODUCT PHOTO(S):
NOTE: These photos can be used only for identification by shape,color,and imprint.They do not depict actualor relativesize.
The product samples shown here have been supplied by the manufacturer and reproduced in full color by PDR as a quick-reference identification aid.While every effort has been made to assure accurate reproduction,please remember that any visual identification should be considered preliminary.In cases of poisoning or suspected overdosage,the drug's identity should be verified by chemical analysis.
