44 291 Pill — BROWN ROUND, 10mm — Ibuprofen

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Imprint44 / 291
ColourBROWN
ShapeROUND
Size10
StrengthIBUPROFEN 200 mg
Dosage formTablet, Film Coated
ManufacturerMedsource Pharmaceuticals
NDC45865-639
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IngredientsIBUPROFEN[IBUPROFEN]

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The imprint "44 291" is a code stamped or printed on the tablet or capsule by the manufacturer, used to identify the drug, its strength and the maker.

Active ingredient

Ibuprofen

Uses and warnings

BOXED WARNING: BOXED WARNING - Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events: NSAIDs "cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal." Risk may occur early in treatment and increase with duration of use. Ibuprofen is contraindicated following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. BOXED WARNING - Gastrointestinal Risk: NSAIDs cause "increased risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal." These events can occur anytime without warning symptoms. Elderly patients face greater risk. Additional Major Warnings Include: - Hypertension risk and worsening of existing hypertension - Heart failure and edema concerns - Renal effects and potential kidney damage - Anaphylactoid reactions in susceptible patients - Serious skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) - Pregnancy concerns, particularly in late pregnancy

Ibuprofen tablets are indicated for: - Relief of signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis - Relief of mild to moderate pain - Treatment of primary dysmenorrhea The label emphasizes using "the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals."

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Official references

Source: FDA Structured Product Label via NLM Pillbox archive (retired 2021); source file 72061450-5717-acb4-e053-2a95a90a0a99.xml