ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsules is indicated for the acute treatment of fever and / or pain such as headaches, flu symptoms, toothache, menstrual pain and aches. ADVILCAPS is 200 mg for adults and children from 6 years.
For warnings, precautions for use and contraindications, please consult the instructions for use.
ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule is indicated for the short-term treatment of fever and / or pain such as headache, flu-like conditions, dental pain, muscle aches and menstruation. ADVILCAPS 200 mg is reserved for adults and children from 6 years old.
Ibuprofen blocks the production and release of chemicals in the body that cause pain and inflammation. It can also reduce fever by adjusting the body's thermostat located in the brain.
Pain and fever are useful because they act as a warning signal. However, you must be very vigilant and consult a doctor if the pain persists or if the fever increases.
Dosage and route of administration
In any case, do not exceed 6 capsules per day.
Oral use.
IBUPROFENE 200 MG. EXCIPIENTS: MACROGOL 600; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE (50% SOLUTION); SORBITOL LIQUID; GELATINE; PURIFIED WATER ; PATENT BLUE V (E 131); QUINOLEINE YELLOW (E 104); WHITE OPACODE NSP-78-18022; ALCOHOL SDA 35A; PROPYLENE GLYCOL ; TITANIUM DIOXIDE (E 171); POLYVINYL ACETOPHTHALATE; PURIFIED WATER ; ISOPROPYLIC ALCOHOL ; MACROGOL 400; 28% AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE; QSP 1 SOFT CAPSULE.
Notable excipients
SORBITOL
Contraindication and warning
ADVILCAPS 200 mg is a drug which requires special attention in subjects with a history of hypertension and / or heart failure, cases of fluid retention, hypertension and edema having been reported in association with treatment with NSAIDs. ADVILCAPS 200 mg is not recommended for subjects with gastrointestinal problems (ulcer, gastrointestinal perforation).
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Attention, the drug Advilcaps 200 Mg is not a product like the others. Read the package leaflet carefully before ordering. Keep medicines out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist. Beware of incompatibilities on your current products.
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ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule
Ibuprofen
Read this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine. It contains important information for your treatment.
· This medication can be used in self-medication, ie used without consultation or prescription from a doctor.
· If symptoms persist, worsen or new symptoms appear, seek advice from your pharmacist or doctor.
· This leaflet is designed to help you use this medicine. Keep it, you may need to reread it.
DO NOT LEAVE THIS MEDICINE FOR CHILDREN.
In this notice :
1. WHAT IS ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule AND WHAT USE IS IT USED FOR?
2. BEFORE YOU TAKE ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule?
3. HOW TO TAKE ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule?
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
5. HOW TO STORE ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule?
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. WHAT IS ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule AND WHAT USE IS IT USED FOR?
ANALGESIC AND ANTIPYRETIC.
This medicine contains a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug: ibuprofen.
It is indicated in adults and children over 20 kg (about 6 years), in the treatment of short-term fever and / or pain such as:
· headache,
· influenza States,
· dental pains,
· aches,
· painful periods.
2. BEFORE YOU TAKE ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule?
List of information needed before taking the medication
If your doctor has told you about an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.
Do not take ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule in the following cases:
· after 5 months of pregnancy (24 weeks of amenorrhea),
· a history of allergy or asthma triggered by the use of this drug or a related drug, including other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin),
· antecedent allergy to the other constituents of the capsule,
· history of gastrointestinal bleeding or ulcers associated with previous NSAID treatments,
· ulceration or bleeding of the stomach or intestine in progress or recurrence,
· gastrointestinal haemorrhage, cerebral hemorrhage or other ongoing hemorrhage,
· severe liver disease,
· severe kidney disease,
· serious heart disease,
· systemic lupus erythematosus,
· child under 6 years old because it can swallow and choke.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK FOR THE OPINION OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST.
Precautions for use; special warnings
Take special care with ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule:
In high doses, greater than 1200 mg / day, this drug has anti-inflammatory properties and can cause serious disadvantages that are observed with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Medications such as ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule may increase the risk of heart attack ("myocardial infarction") or stroke. Risk is higher the higher the doses used and the duration of prolonged treatment.
Do not exceed recommended dosage or treatment time.
If you have heart problems, have had a stroke, or if you think you have risk factors for this type of illness (eg high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or please contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Special warnings
If you are a woman, ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule can alter your fertility. Its use is not recommended in women who wish to conceive a child. In women with reproductive difficulties or in whom reproductive function tests are ongoing, please tell your doctor or pharmacist before taking ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule.
Elderly patients have a higher risk of adverse effects, particularly for gastrointestinal haemorrhage, ulcers and perforations. Renal, hepatic and cardiac functions should be closely monitored. The dosage should be as low as possible for the shortest time needed to relieve symptoms.
The use of this medication is not recommended in patients with fructose intolerance (rare hereditary disease).
BEFORE YOU USE THIS MEDICINE, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR IN CASE:
· a history of asthma associated with chronic rhinitis, chronic sinusitis or polyps in the nose. Administration of this medicinal product may lead to an asthma attack, especially in patients who are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) or to a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ( see section "Do not take ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule following cases " ),
· coagulation disorders, and anticoagulant therapy. This medication may cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms,
· digestive antecedents (hiatal hernia, digestive hemorrhage, old stomach or duodenal ulcer),
· heart disease, liver or kidney disease,
· of varicella. This medication is not recommended because of exceptional severe infections of the skin,
· concomitant treatment with other drugs that increase the risk of peptic ulcer or haemorrhage, eg, oral corticosteroids, antidepressants (SSRIs, ie, Selective Serotonin Recapture Inhibitors), medicines preventing the formation of blood clots such as aspirin or anticoagulants such as warfarin. If you are in any of these conditions, consult your doctor before taking ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule ( see section "Take or use other medicines" ),
· concomitant therapy with methotrexate at doses greater than 20 mg per week or with pemetrexed ( see section "Take or use other medicinal products" ).
DURING TREATMENT, IN CASE OF:
· of vision problems, PREVENT YOUR DOCTOR,
· gastrointestinal haemorrhage (discharge from the mouth or stool, stool coloration in black), STOP TREATMENT AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN EMERGENCY MEDICAL OR MEDICAL SERVICE,
· of appearances of cutaneous or mucosal signs that resemble a burn (redness with bubbles or blisters, ulcerations), STOP THE TREATMENT AND CONTACT IMMEDIATELY A DOCTOR OR AN EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE,
· of allergy-related signs including asthma attack or sudden swelling of the face and neck ( see section "What are the possible side effects?" ), STOP TREATMENT AND CONTACT IMMEDIATELY A DOCTOR OR A MEDICAL SERVICE EMERGENCY.
This medicine contains a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug: ibuprofen. You should not take other medicines containing non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (including selective cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitors) and / or acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) at the same time as this medication. Read carefully the instructions for other medicines you are taking to ensure that there are no nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and / or acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin). |
Interaction with other medicines
Taking or using other medicines:
PLEASE INDICATE YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST IF YOU TAKE OR RECENTLY TAKE ANY OTHER MEDICINE, EVEN IF ANY MEDICINE IS OBTAINED WITHOUT ORDER.
CERTAIN MEDICINAL PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE USED AT THE SAME TIME, WHILE OTHER MEDICINES REQUIRE SPECIFIC CHANGES (DOSE, FOR EXAMPLE).
Always inform your doctor, dentist or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medications in addition to ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule:
· aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
· corticosteroids
· oral anticoagulants such as warfarin, injectable heparin, antiplatelet agents or other thrombolytics such as ticlopidine
· lithium
· methotrexate
· angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, diuretics, beta-blockers and angiotensin II antagonists
· some antidepressants (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors)
· pemetrexed
· ciclosporin, tacrolimus.
Interactions with food and beverages
Not applicable.
Interactions with Herbal Medicines or Alternative Therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy and breast feeding
ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST BEFORE TAKING ALL MEDICINAL PRODUCTS.
Pregnancy
During the first trimester (12 weeks of gestation is 12 weeks after the 1st day of your last period), your doctor may, if necessary, to prescribe the drug.
For 2.5 to 5 months of pregnancy (12 to 24 weeks of amenorrhea), this medication will only be used on the advice of your doctor and in brief dosage. Prolonged use of this medication is strongly discouraged.
After 5 months of pregnancy (beyond 24 weeks of amenorrhea), you should NOT take this medication because its effects on your child can have serious consequences, especially on a cardiopulmonary level and renal, even with a single dose.
If you are taking this medication when you are more than five months pregnant, please speak to your obstetrician gynecologist for appropriate monitoring.
feeding
This drug passes into breast milk. As a precaution, it should be avoided during breastfeeding.
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive or use machines
Driving and using machines:
In rare cases, taking this medicine may cause dizziness and blurred vision.
List of excipients with known effect
Important information about some of the ingredients of ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule:
This medicine contains sorbitol (E420).
3. HOW TO TAKE ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule?
The occurrence of adverse reactions can be minimized by using the lowest possible dose for the shortest duration necessary to alleviate the symptoms.
Dosage
ADULT TO ADULT AND CHILD FROM 20 KG (approx. 6 years).
Painful and / or febrile conditions
In children, the usual dosage is 20 to 30 mg / kg / day in 3 doses per day (not to exceed 30 mg / kg / day).
In children from 20 to 30 kg (approximately 6 to 11 years): 1 capsule (200 mg), to be renewed if necessary after 6 hours. In all cases, do not exceed 3 capsules per day (600 mg).
In adults and children over 30 kg (approximately 11-12 years): 1 to 2 capsules (200 mg to 400 mg), to be renewed if necessary after 6 hours. In all cases, do not exceed 6 capsules per day (1200 mg).
The elderly with an increased risk of adverse effects should use the lowest possible dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve symptoms.
Do not exceed the recommended doses or the duration of treatment (3 days in case of fever, 5 days in case of pain).
The maximum dosage is 6 capsules per day (1200 mg).
Method and route of administration
Oral use.
Swallow the soft capsule, without chewing it, with a large glass of water.
Soft capsules should be taken preferably during a meal.
Frequency of Administration
Systematic catches help to avoid oscillations of pain or fever.
They should be spaced at least 6 hours.
Duration of treatment
The duration of use is limited to: · 3 days in case of fever, · 5 days in case of pain |
If the pain persists more than 5 days or the fever more than 3 days, or if they worsen or in the event of another disorder, inform your doctor.
If you feel that the effect of ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule is too strong or too weak, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Symptoms and Instructions for Overdose
If you take more ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule than you should:
In case of accidental overdose or intoxication, STOP TREATMENT AND IMMEDIATELY CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.
Instructions for omission of one or more doses
If you forget to take ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule:
Do not take a double dose to make up for the single dose that you have forgotten to take.
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of adverse reactions
Like all medicines, ADVILCAPS 200 mg, Soft Capsule is likely to have side effects, although not everyone is subject to it.
Drugs such as ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule may increase the risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction) or stroke.
May cause allergic reactions:
· rash: rash on the skin, itching, edema, aggravation of chronic urticaria,
· respiratory, asthma crisis,
· generalized: abrupt swelling of the face and neck with respiratory discomfort (angioedema).
In rare cases, gastrointestinal hemorrhage may occur ( see section "Take special precautions with ADVILCAPS 200 mg soft capsule" ). This is all the more frequent when the dosage used is high.
Exceptionally, there may be headaches accompanied by nausea, vomiting and neck stiffness.
Very rarely, bullous manifestations of the skin or mucous membranes (burning sensation accompanied by redness with bubbles, blisters, ulcerations) may occur.
Exceptionally, severe skin infections have been observed in cases of chicken pox.
In all these cases, you should stop treatment immediately and notify your doctor.
During treatment, there may be:
· digestive disorders: stomach upset, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, constipation,
· dizziness, headache, rare visual disturbances, significant decrease in urine, renal insufficiency.
In all these cases, you should tell your doctor.
Exceptionally, there have been changes in liver function or blood counts (decreased white blood cells or red blood cells) that may be severe.
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if any of the side effects gets serious, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO STORE ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule?
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use after the expiry date stated on the carton.
Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.
If necessary, warnings against visible signs of deterioration
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medications. These measures will help protect the environment.
Full list of active substances and excipients
What does ADVILCAPS 200 mg contain, soft capsule?
The active substance is:
Ibuprofen ................................................. .................................................. ..................................... 200 mg
For a soft capsule.
The other components are:
Macrogol 600, potassium hydroxide (50% solution).
Envelope of the capsule:
Liquid sorbitol partially dehydrated, gelatin, purified water, patent blue V (E 131), quinoline yellow (E 104).
Ink for printing:
OPACODE WHITE NSP-78-18022: SDA 35A alcohol, propylene glycol, titanium dioxide (E171), polyvinyl acetophthalate, purified water, isopropyl alcohol, macrogol 400, 28% ammonium hydroxide.
Pharmaceutical form and content
What is ADVILCAPS 200 mg, soft capsule and contents of the pack?
This medicine is in the form of a soft capsule, light green in color with "200" printed in white.
Box of 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 24 or 30.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
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Date of approval of the notice
The last date on which this leaflet was approved is {date}.
AMM under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable.
Detailed information on this medicine is available on the Afssaps website (France).
Information for health professionals only
Not applicable.
ADVICE / HEALTH EDUCATION
"WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF FEVER":
The normal temperature of the body is variable from one individual to another and between 36.5 ° C and 37.5 ° C.
An increase of more than 0.8 ° C is considered a fever.
In adults and children over 20 kg (approx. 6 years): If the disorder is too troublesome, you can take a medication containing ibuprofen at the indicated dosage.
With this medication, the fever should drop rapidly. However:
· if other signs appear (such as a rash),
· if the fever persists for more than 3 days or if it worsens,
· if the headache becomes violent, or in case of vomiting,
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY.
"WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF PAIN":
· In the absence of improvement after 5 days of treatment,
· If the pain returns regularly,
· If accompanied by fever,
· If she wakes you up at night,
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
ibuprofen
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ADVILCAPS 200 mg: soft capsule (light green); box of 16.
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ADVILCAPS 400 mg: soft capsule; box of 14.
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