Ibuprofen, phenylephrine HCl
Brand names: Equaline congestion relief, Congestion Relief
Warnings
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 Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.
Uses
Uses • temporarily relieves these symptoms associated with the common cold or flu: • headache • fever • sinus pressure • nasal congestion • minor body aches and pains • reduces swelling of the nasal passages • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions • do not take more than directed • adults and children 12 years of age and over: • take 1 tablet every 4 hours while symptoms persist. • do not use more than 6 tablets in any 24-hour period unless directed by a doctor • children under 12 years of age: do not use because this product contains too much medication for children under this age
Ingredients
Active ingredients (in each tablet) Ibuprofen 200 mg (NSAID)* Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Inactive Ingredients acesulfame potassium, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, iron oxide yellow, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, pregelatinized starch, stearic acid, sucralose, talc, titanium dioxide