Midol Special Precautions

Allergy Allert: Ibuprofen (Midol) may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: Hives (elevated, whitish or reddish patches on the skin with severe itching or pricking sensations; Shock (anaphylactic), a hypersensitivity reaction resulting in generalized skin lesions and itchiness, followed by low blood pressure and often accompanied by difficulty of breathing; Facial swelling; Skin reddening; Asthma (wheezing); Skin rash; Skin blisters.
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach Bleeding Warning: Ibuprofen (Midol) contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if the patient: Is age 60 years old or older; Have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems; Take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid medicine; Take other medicines containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, naproxen or others); Have 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product; Take more or for a longer time than directed.
If stomach upset occurs, take this medicine with food or milk.
When using this product, the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if the patient uses more than directed or for longer than directed.
When should the patient consult a doctor: Ask a doctor before use if the patient is: Having problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers; Taking other medicines; Under a doctor's care for any serious condition; 60 years old or older.
Ask a doctor before use if: Stomach bleeding warning applies to the patient; The patient has a history of stomach problems such as heartburn, upset stomach or stomach pain; The patient has liver or kidney problems; The patient has heart problems, previous stroke or might be at risk of these conditions (e.g., high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes or if the patient is a smoker); Suffer from asthma; Suffer from systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or other auto-immune diseases.
Stop use and ask a doctor if: The patient experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: Feel faint, vomits blood, have bloody or black stools, have stomach pain that does not get better; Pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days; Fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days; Redness and swelling are present in the painful area; Any new symptoms appear.
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation: See Use in Pregnancy & Lactation for further information.