Ibuprofen 400 MG Oral Tablet [Ibu]

WARNINGS

CARDIOVASCULAR EFFECTS Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events Clinical trials of several COX-2 selective and nonselective NSAIDsof up to three years duration have shown an increased risk of seriouscardiovascular (CV) thrombotic events, myocardial infarction, andstroke, which can be fatal.

All NSAIDs, both COX-2 selective and nonselective,may have a similar risk.

Patients with known CV disease orrisk factors for CV disease may be at greater risk.

To minimize thepotential risk for an adverse CV event in patients treated with anNSAID, the lowest effective dose should be used for the shortestduration possible.

Physicians and patients should remain alert for thedevelopment of such events, even in the absence of previous CVsymptoms.

Patients should be informed about the signs and/orsymptoms of serious CV events and the steps to take if they occur.

There is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigatesthe increased risk of serious CV thrombotic events associatedwith NSAID use.

The concurrent use of aspirin and an NSAID doesincrease the risk of serious GI events (see GI ) .

Two large, controlled clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID forthe treatment of pain in the first 10-14 days following CABG surgeryfound an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke (see CONTRAINDICATIONS ).

Hypertension NSAIDs including IBU tablets, can lead to onset of new hypertensionor worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which maycontribute to the increased incidence of CV events.

Patients takingthiazides or loop diuretics may have impaired response to these therapieswhen taking NSAIDs.

NSAIDs, including IBU tablets, should beused with caution in patients with hypertension.

Blood pressure (BP)should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatmentand throughout the course of therapy.

Congestive Heart Failure and Edema Fluid retention and edema have been observed in some patients taking NSAIDs.

IBU tablets should be used with caution in patients with fluid retention or heart failure.

Gastrointestinal Effects – Risk of Ulceration, Bleeding, and Perforation NSAIDs, including IBU tablets, can cause serious gastrointestinal(GI) adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach, small intestine, or large intestine, which can be fatal.

These serious adverse events can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with NSAIDs.

Only one in five patients, who develop a serious upper GI adverse event on NSAID therapy, is symptomatic.

Upper GI ulcers, gross bleeding, or perforation caused by NSAIDs occur in approximately 1% of patientstreated for 3-6 months, and in about 2-4% of patients treated for oneyear.

These trends continue with longer duration of use, increasing the likelihood of developing a serious GI event at some time during the course of therapy.

However, even short-term therapy is not without risk.

NSAIDs should be prescribed with extreme caution in thosewith a prior history of ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding.Patients with a prior history of peptic ulcer disease and/or gastrointestinal bleeding who use NSAIDs have a greater than 10-fold increased risk for developing a GI bleed compared to patients treatedwith neither of these risk factors.

Other factors that increase the riskof GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include concomitant use of oral corticosteroids or anticoagulants, longer duration of NSAID therapy, smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status.

Most spontaneous reports of fatal GI events are in elderly or debilitated patients and therefore, special care should be taken in treating this population.

To minimize the potential risk for an adverse GI event in patients treated with an NSAID, the lowest effective dose should be used for the shortest possible duration.

Patients and physicians should remain alert for signs and symptoms of GIulcerations and bleeding during NSAID therapy and promptly initiate additional evaluation and treatment if a serious GI event is suspected.This should include discontinuation of the NSAID until a serious GI adverse event is ruled out.

For high-risk patients, alternate therapies that do not involve NSAIDs should be considered.

Renal Effects Long-term administration of NSAIDs has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and other renal injury.

Renal toxicity has also been seen in patients in whom renal prostaglandins have a compensatory role in the maintenance of renal perfusion.

In these patients, administration of a NSAID may cause a dose dependent reduction in prostaglandin formation and, secondarily, in renal blood flow, which may precipitate overt renal decompensation.

Patients at greatest riskof this reaction are those with impaired renal function, heart failure,liver dysfunction, those taking diuretics and ACE inhibitors, and the elderly.

Discontinuation of NSAID therapy is usually followed by recovery to the pretreatment state.

Advanced Renal Disease No information is available from controlled clinical studies regarding the use of Ibuprofen tablets in patients with advanced renal disease.Therefore, treatment with IBU tablets is not recommended in these patients with advanced renal disease.

If IBU tablet therapy must be initiated, close monitoring of the patients renal function is advisable.

Anaphylactoid Reactions As with other NSAIDs, anaphylactoid reactions may occur inpatients without known prior exposure to IBU tablets.

IBU tablets should not be given to patients with the aspirin triad.

This symptom complex typically occurs in asthmatic patients who experience rhinitis with or without nasal polyps, or who exhibit severe, potentially fatal bronchospasm after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs (see CONTRAINDICATIONS and PRECAUTIONS, Preexisting Asthma) .

Emergency help should be sought in cases where an anaphylactoidreaction occurs.

Skin Reactions NSAIDs, including IBU tablets, can cause serious skin adverse events such as exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome(SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), which can be fatal.These serious events may occur without warning.

Patients should be informed about the signs and symptoms of serious skin manifestations and use of the drug should be discontinued at the first appearance of skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy In late pregnancy, as with other NSAIDs, IBU tablets should beavoided because it may cause premature closure of the ductus arteriosus.

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Drug Interactions ACE-inhibitors: Reports suggest that NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensiveeffect of ACE-inhibitors.

This interaction should be given considerationin patients taking NSAIDs concomitantly with ACE-inhibitors.

Aspirin When IBU tablets are administered with aspirin, its protein bindingis reduced, although the clearance of free IBU tablets is notaltered.

The clinical significance of this interaction is not known; however,as with other NSAIDs, concomitant administration of ibuprofenand aspirin is not generally recommended because of the potential forincreased adverse effects.

OVERDOSAGE

Approximately 11⁄2 hours after the reported ingestion of from 7 to10 Ibuprofen tablets (400 mg), a 19-month old child weighing 12 kgwas seen in the hospital emergency room, apneic and cyanotic,responding only to painful stimuli.

This type of stimulus, however,was sufficient to induce respiration.

Oxygen and parenteral fluidswere given; a greenish-yellow fluid was aspirated from the stomachwith no evidence to indicate the presence of ibuprofen.

Two hoursafter ingestion the child’s condition seemed stable; she still respondedonly to painful stimuli and continued to have periods of apnea lastingfrom 5 to 10 seconds.

She was admitted to intensive care andsodium bicarbonate was administered as well as infusions of dextroseand normal saline.

By four hours post-ingestion she could bearoused easily, sit by herself and respond to spoken commands.Blood level of ibuprofen was 102.9 μg/mL approximately 81⁄2 hoursafter accidental ingestion.

At 12 hours she appeared to be completelyrecovered.

In two other reported cases where children (each weighingapproximately 10 kg) accidentally, acutely ingested approximately120 mg/kg, there were no signs of acute intoxication or late sequelae.Blood level in one child 90 minutes after ingestion was 700 μg/mL —about 10 times the peak levels seen in absorption-excretion studies.A 19-year old male who had taken 8,000 mg of ibuprofen over aperiod of a few hours complained of dizziness, and nystagmus wasnoted.

After hospitalization, parenteral hydration and three days bedrest, he recovered with no reported sequelae.

In cases of acute overdosage, the stomach should be emptied byvomiting or lavage, though little drug will likely be recovered if morethan an hour has elapsed since ingestion.

Because the drug is acidicand is excreted in the urine, it is theoretically beneficial to administeralkali and induce diuresis.

In addition to supportive measures, the useof oral activated charcoal may help to reduce the absorption andreabsorption of Ibuprofen tablets.

DESCRIPTION

IBU tablets contain the active ingredient ibuprofen, which is (±) -2 – ( p – isobutylphenyl) propionic acid.

Ibuprofen is a white powde rwith a melting point of 74-77° C and is very slightly soluble in water(<1 mg/mL) and readily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone.

The structural formula is represented below: IBU, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), is availablein 400 mg, 600 mg, and 800 mg tablets for oral administration.Inactive ingredients: carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide,croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystallinecellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate,titanium dioxide.

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HOW SUPPLIED

IBU tablets are available in the following strengths, colors and sizes: 400 mg (white, oval, debossed 4I) Boxes of 25×30 UD 750 NDC 63739-442-01 Boxes of 10×10 UD 100 NDC 63739-442-10 600 mg (white, caplet, debossed 6I) Boxes of 25×30 UD 750 NDC 63739-443-01 Boxes of 10×10 UD 100 NDC 63739-443-10 800 mg (white, caplet, debossed 8I) Boxes of 25×30 UD 750 NDC 63739-444-01 Boxes of 10×10 UD 100 NDC 63739-444-10 Store at room temperature.

Avoid excessive heat 40°C (104°F).

Manufactured by: Dr.

Reddy’s Laboratories Louisiana, LLC Shreveport, LA 71106 Distributed by: McKesson Packaging Services a business unit of McKesson Corporation 7101 Weddington Rd.

Concord, NC 28027 Issued February, 2010 IS-442-M55-03-B-R2

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of Ibuprofentablets and other treatment options before deciding to use Ibuprofen.Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent withindividual patient treatment goals (see WARNINGS ).

IBU tablets are indicated for relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

IBU tablets are indicated for relief of mild to moderate pain.

IBU tablets are also indicated for the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea.

Controlled clinical trials to establish the safety and effectiveness of IBU tablets in children have not been conducted.

PREGNANCY

Pregnancy In late pregnancy, as with other NSAIDs, IBU tablets should beavoided because it may cause premature closure of the ductus arteriosus.

BOXED WARNING

Cardiovascular Risk • NSAIDs may cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascularthrombotic events, myocardial infarction, and stroke,which can be fatal.

This risk may increase with duration ofuse.

Patients with cardiovascular disease or risk factors forcardiovascular disease may be at greater risk (See WARNINGS ).

• IBU tablets are contraindicated for treatment of peri-operativepain in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)surgery (See WARNINGS ).

Gastrointestinal Risk • NSAIDS cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinaladverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforationof the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal.

These eventscan occur at any time during use and without warning symptoms.Elderly patients are at greater risk for serious gastrointestinalevents.

(See WARNINGS ).

INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS

Information for Patients Patients should be informed of the following information beforeinitiating therapy with an NSAID and periodically during the course ofongoing therapy.

Patients should also be encouraged to read theNSAID Medication Guide that accompanies each prescription dispensed • IBU tablets like other NSAIDs, may cause serious CV side effects,such as MI or stroke, which may result in hospitalization and evendeath.

Although serious CV events can occur without warningsymptoms, patients should be alert for the signs and symptoms ofchest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, slurring of speech, andshould ask for medical advice when observing any indicative sign orsymptoms.

Patients should be apprised of the importance of thisfollow-up (see WARNINGS, Cardiovascular Effects ).

• IBU tablets, like other NSAIDs, can cause GI discomfort and, rarely,serious GI side effects, such as ulcers and bleeding, which mayresult in hospitalization and even death.

Although serious GI tractulcerations and bleeding can occur without warning symptoms,patients should be alert for the signs and symptoms of ulcerationsand bleeding, and should ask for medical advice when observingany indicative signs or symptoms including epigastric pain, dyspepsia,melena, and hematemesis.

Patients should be apprised of theimportance of this follow-up (see WARNINGS, Gastrointestinal Effects-Risk of Ulceration , Bleeding and Perforation) .

• IBU tablets, like other NSAIDs, can cause serious skin side effectssuch as exfoliative dermatitis, SJS and TEN, which may result inhospitalization and even death.

Although serious skin reactions mayoccur without warning, patients should be alert for the signs andsymptoms of skin rash and blisters, fever, or other signs of hypersensitivitysuch as itching, and should ask for medical advice whenobserving any indicative sign or symptoms.

Patients should beadvised to stop the drug immediately if they develop any type ofrash and contact their physicians as soon as possible.

• Patients should promptly report signs or symptoms of unexplainedweight gain or edema to their physicians.

• Patients should be informed of the warning signs and symptoms ofhepatotoxicity (e.g., nausea, fatigue, lethargy, pruritus, jaundice,right upper quadrant tenderness and “flu-like” symptoms).

If theseoccur, patients should be instructed to stop therapy and seek immediatemedical therapy.

• Patients should be informed of the signs of an anaphylactoid reaction(e.g.

difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat).

If theseoccur, patients should be instructed to seek immediate emergencyhelp (see WARNINGS) .

• In late pregnancy, as with other NSAIDs, IBU tablets should beavoided because it may cause premature closure of the ductus arteriosus.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of IBU tabletsand other treatment options before deciding to use IBU tablets.

Usethe lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent withindividual patient treatment goals (see WARNINGS).

After observing the response to initial therapy with IBU tablets, thedose and frequency should be adjusted to suit an individual patient’sneeds.Do not exceed 3200 mg total daily dose.

If gastrointestinal complaintsoccur, administer IBU tablets with meals or milk.

Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, including flare-ups ofchronic disease: Suggested Dosage: 1200 mg-3200 mg daily (400 mg, 600 mg or800 mg tid or qid).

Individual patients may show a better responseto 3200 mg daily, as compared with 2400 mg, although in well-controlledclinical trials patients on 3200 mg did not show a better meanresponse in terms of efficacy.

Therefore, when treating patients with3200 mg/day, the physician should observe sufficient increased clinicalbenefits to offset potential increased risk.The dose should be tailored to each patient, and may be loweredor raised depending on the severity of symptoms either at time of initiatingdrug therapy or as the patient responds or fails to respond.In general, patients with rheumatoid arthritis seem to require higherdoses of IBU tablets than do patients with osteoarthritis.

The smallest dose of IBU tablets that yields acceptable controlshould be employed.

A linear blood level dose-response relationshipexists with single doses up to 800 mg (See CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGYfor effects of food on rate of absorption).

The availability of three tablet strengths facilitates dosage adjustment.In chronic conditions, a therapeutic response to therapy with IBU tablets is sometimes seen in a few days to a week but most often isobserved by two weeks.

After a satisfactory response has beenachieved, the patient’s dose should be reviewed and adjusted asrequired.

Mild to moderate pain: 400 mg every 4 to 6 hours as necessaryfor relief of pain.In controlled analgesic clinical trials, doses of Ibuprofen tabletsgreater than 400 mg were no more effective than the 400 mg dose.

Dysmenorrhea: For the treatment of dysmenorrhea, beginningwith the earliest onset of such pain, IBU tablets should be given in adose of 400 mg every 4 hours as necessary for the relief of pain.