Super Strength MOTRIN* IB

It's the heavyweight choice for fast and effective pain relief. Doctor recommended for relief of tough pains, headaches including migraine pain, muscle, joint and back aches, arthritis pain, dental pain, menstrual cramps, cold and flu, and post surgery - in a convenient one tablet dose.

• Contains 400 mg of Ibuprofen

Look for Super Strength MOTRIN* IB in the pain relief section of your local pharmacy in Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and P.E.I. Available at the pharmacy counter in Quebec.

Formats

Available in:

• Tablets (packages of 16 and 50)

Uses

MOTRIN* IB ibuprofen products provide fast and effective relief of headaches (including mild to moderate migraine and tension headache), menstrual pain, dental pain, and pain associated with arthritis. It is also effective for relieving minor aches and pains in muscles, bones and joints such as sprains or strains, backache and pain from physical or athletic overexertion. MOTRIN* IB is an effective fever reducer and will provide relief from the aches and fever due to the common cold.

Dosage

Adults and children over 12 years of age: 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours to a maximum daily dose of 3 tablets. For accurate dosing of each product strength, refer to the dosage table and follow the instructions carefully. The single dose may be repeated every 4-6 hours, not to exceed the maximum daily dose. Take with food or milk if mild stomach upset occurs with use. For effective use of this medicine, do not take more of it, do not take it more often and do not take it for a longer period of time than directed here or as ordered by your doctor or dentist. The smallest dose that will relieve your symptoms should be taken. MOTRIN* IB should not be taken for pain for more than 5 consecutive days or for fever, if not improved, for more than 3 days without first talking to your doctor or dentist.

Nonmedicinal Ingredients

(alphabetical): Carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, FD&C yellow no. 6, hypromellose, iron oxide black, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, sodium cyclamate, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide.

Precautions

Do not take this product if you are allergic to ibuprofen or products containing acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), other salicylates, other anti-inflammatory drugs, or if you have ASA-sensitive asthma. Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction that could include wheezing, facial swelling, hives, shortness of breath, shock or a fast, irregular heartbeat. Any of these reactions could be serious. Stop using the product and get emergency medical help immediately. Do not take this product while taking ASA, other ibuprofen containing products or any other pain or fever medicine. MOTRIN* IB products should not be used by children under 12 years of age, except as recommended by a doctor or dentist. For treatment of children's fever and pain, try Children's MOTRIN* products.

Keep this medication out of the reach of children. Talk to your doctor or dentist before taking this product if you have peptic ulcers, high blood pressure, asthma, heart failure, kidney or liver disease, alcoholism, a history of stomach bleeding, any other serious disease or condition, are pregnant or nursing, or are taking any other drug. If unusual symptoms or any of the following reactions develop during treatment, stop use and see a doctor immediately: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or diarrhea; heartburn, bloating or constipation; fluid retention; skin rash or itching; dizziness; any change in vision; ringing or buzzing in the ears. Always tell any other doctor, dentist, or pharmacist you consult that you are taking this medicine.

Tablets: Store away from heat and direct light.

In case of accidental overdose, even if there are no symptoms, call a doctor or Poison Control Centre at once.

If you have any questions about this information, check with your doctor, dentist or pharmacist or call our toll free number 1 888-666-8746, from 8:00 am – 8:00 pm EST

Product Monograph available to doctors and pharmacists upon request.