read and follow all directions on the product package before using this medication. if you have any questions ask your doctor or pharmacist. take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor or the package label usually every 6 to 8 hours as needed. shake the bottle well before each dose. carefully measure the dose using the provided dropper/syringe. do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. if you have stomach upset while taking this medication take it with food or milk. the dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. to reduce your risk of stomach bleeding and other side effects take this medication at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time. do not increase your dose or take this drug more often than directed by your doctor or the package label. when ibuprofen is used by children the dose is based on the child's weight. read the package directions to find the proper dose for your child's weight. consult the pharmacist or doctor if you have questions or if you need help choosing a nonprescription product. if you are using this drug "as needed" (not on a regular schedule) remember that pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. if you wait until the pain has worsened the medication may not work as well. if your condition persists or worsens or if you think you may have a serious medical problem get medical help right away. if you are using the nonprescription product to treat yourself or a child for fever or pain consult the doctor right away if fever worsens or lasts more than 3 days or if pain worsens or lasts more than 10 days.
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