IBUPROFEN AUROVITAS PHARMA 400 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS

Introduction

Prospective: Information for the User

Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma 400 mg Film-Coated Tablets EFG

Read the entire prospectus carefully before starting to take this medication, as it contains important information for you.

Follow the administration instructions for the medication contained in this prospectus or as indicated by your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse exactly.

• Keep this prospectus as you may need to read it again.
• If you need advice or more information, consult your pharmacist.
• If you experience adverse effects, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse, even if they are not listed in this prospectus. See section 4.
• You should consult a doctor if your fever worsens or does not improve after 3 days or your pain after 5 days (3 days in adolescents).

Contents of the Prospectus

1. What is Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma and what is it used for
2. What you need to know before starting to take Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma
3. How to take Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma
4. Possible adverse effects
5. Storage of Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma
6. Package contents and additional information

1. What is Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma and what is it used for

Ibuprofen belongs to a group of medications called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

This medication is used in adults and adolescents over 12 years old (weight over 40 kg) for the symptomatic relief of occasional mild to moderate pain, such as headaches, dental pain, menstrual pain, muscle pain (cramps) or back pain (lumbago), as well as in febrile states.

2. What you need to know before starting to take Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma

Do not take Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma:

• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to ibuprofen or any of the other components of this medication (listed in section 6) or to other medications in the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or to aspirin. Allergic reactions may include: skin rash with itching, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue, nasal discharge, difficulty breathing, or asthma.

• If you have a severe liver or kidney disease.
• If you have had a stomach or duodenal ulcer or have suffered a perforation of the digestive tract.
• If you vomit blood.
• If you have black stools or bloody diarrhea.
• If you have bleeding disorders or blood coagulation disorders, or are taking anticoagulants (medications used to "thin" the blood). If it is necessary to use anticoagulant medications at the same time, your doctor will perform blood coagulation tests.
• If you have severe dehydration (caused by vomiting, diarrhea, or insufficient fluid intake).
• If you have severe heart failure.
• If you are in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Warnings and precautions

Tell your doctor:

• If you have edema (fluid retention).
• If you have or have had any heart disorder or have high blood pressure.
• If you have asthma or any other respiratory disorder.
• If you are receiving treatment with this medication, as it may mask fever, which is an important sign of infection, making diagnosis more difficult.
• If you have kidney or liver disease, are over 60 years old, or need to take the medication for a prolonged period (more than 1 to 2 weeks), your doctor may need to perform regular checks. Your doctor will indicate the frequency of these checks.
• If you have had or developed an ulcer, bleeding, or perforation in the stomach or duodenum, which may be manifested by intense or persistent abdominal pain and/or black stools, or even without prior warning symptoms.

This risk is greater when high doses and prolonged treatments are used, in patients with a history of peptic ulcers, and in elderly patients. In these cases, your doctor will consider the possibility of associating a stomach-protecting medication.

• If you take medications that alter blood coagulation, such as oral anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents of the type of acetylsalicylic acid. You should also discuss the use of other medications that may increase the risk of such bleeding, such as corticosteroids and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
• If you have Crohn's disease (a chronic disease in which the immune system attacks the intestine, causing inflammation that usually produces bloody diarrhea) or ulcerative colitis, as ibuprofen-like medications can worsen these conditions.
• If you are being treated with diuretics (medications to increase urine production), as your doctor should monitor your kidney function.
• If you have systemic lupus erythematosus (a chronic disease that affects the immune system and can affect various vital organs, the nervous system, blood vessels, skin, and joints), as it may cause aseptic meningitis (inflammation of the meninges that protect the brain and spinal cord, not caused by bacteria).
• If you have acute intermittent porphyria (a metabolic disease that affects your blood and can cause symptoms such as reddish urine color, blood in urine, or liver disease), so that your doctor can assess the convenience or not of treatment with ibuprofen.
• If you suffer from headaches after prolonged treatment, do not take higher doses of the medication.
• It is possible that allergic reactions may occur with this medication.
• Your doctor will perform stricter monitoring if you receive ibuprofen after undergoing major surgery.
• It is advisable not to take this medication if you have chickenpox.
• If you have an infection: see the "Infections" section below.
• With ibuprofen, signs of allergic reaction to this medication have been reported, such as respiratory problems, swelling of the face and neck area (angioedema), and chest pain. Stop using ibuprofen immediately and contact your doctor or the medical emergency service immediately if you observe any of these signs.
• Severe skin reactions have been reported, such as exfoliative dermatitis, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), in association with ibuprofen treatment. Discontinue ibuprofen treatment and seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms related to these severe skin reactions described in section 4.

It is essential that you use the smallest dose that relieves/controls the pain and do not take this medication for longer than necessary to control your symptoms.

Skin reactions

Severe skin reactions have been reported in association with ibuprofen treatment. Stop taking this medication and consult your doctor immediately if you present any skin rash, mucous membrane lesions, blisters, or other signs of allergy, as these may be the first signs of a severe skin reaction. See section 4.

Cardiovascular precautions

Anti-inflammatory/analgesic medications like ibuprofen may be associated with a small increased risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke, especially when used in high doses. Do not exceed the recommended dose or treatment duration.

You should discuss your treatment with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication if:

• You have heart problems, including heart failure, angina (chest pain), or if you have had a heart attack, bypass surgery, peripheral arteriopathy (circulation problems in the legs or feet due to narrowing or blockage of the arteries), or any type of stroke (including a "mini-stroke" or transient ischemic attack "TIA").
• You have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, have a family history of heart disease or stroke, or are a smoker.

Children and adolescents

There is a risk of kidney damage in dehydrated children and adolescents.

Precautions during pregnancy and in women of childbearing age

Since the administration of ibuprofen-like medications has been associated with an increased risk of congenital anomalies/abortions, it is not recommended to administer it during the first and second trimester of pregnancy unless it is strictly necessary. In these cases, the dose and duration will be limited to the minimum possible.

In the third trimester, the administration of ibuprofen is contraindicated.

For women of childbearing age, it should be taken into account that ibuprofen-like medications have been associated with a decrease in fertility.

Infections

Ibuprofen may mask the signs of an infection, such as fever and pain. Consequently, ibuprofen may delay adequate treatment of the infection, which may increase the risk of complications. This has been observed in bacterial pneumonia and bacterial skin infections related to chickenpox. If you take this medication while having an infection and the symptoms of the infection persist or worsen, consult your doctor without delay.

Other medications and Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or may need to use any other medication, including those purchased without a prescription.

Ibuprofen may affect or be affected by other medications. For example:

• Other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like aspirin, as the risk of ulcer and gastrointestinal bleeding may increase.
• Antiplatelet agents (prevent the formation of blood clots or thrombi in blood vessels) such as ticlopidine.
• Anticoagulant medications (e.g., to treat coagulation problems/prevent coagulation, e.g., acetylsalicylic acid, warfarin, ticlopidine).
• Colestyramine (medication used to treat high cholesterol).
• Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (used in depression).
• Lithium (medication used to treat depression). Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medication.
• Methotrexate (for cancer and inflammatory diseases). Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medication.
• Mifepristone (abortion inducer).
• Digoxin and cardiac glycosides (used in the treatment of heart disorders).
• Hydantoins such as phenytoin (used in the treatment of epilepsy).
• Sulfonamides such as sulfamethoxazole and cotrimoxazole (used in the treatment of certain bacterial infections).
• Corticosteroids such as cortisone and prednisolone.
• Diuretics (medications used to increase urine production), as they may increase the risk of kidney toxicity.
• Pentoxifylline (for intermittent claudication).
• Probenecid (used in patients with gout or with penicillin in infections).
• Quinolone antibiotics such as norfloxacin.
• Sulfinpyrazone (for gout).
• Sulfonylureas such as tolbutamide (for diabetes), as they may cause hypoglycemia.
• Tacrolimus or cyclosporine (used in organ transplants to prevent rejection).
• Zidovudine (medication against the AIDS virus).
• Medications that lower high blood pressure (ACE inhibitors such as captopril, beta-blockers such as atenolol, and angiotensin-II receptor antagonists such as losartan).
• Thrombolytics (medications that dissolve blood clots).
• Aminoglycoside antibiotics such as neomycin.
• Ginkgo biloba tree extracts.
• CYP2C9 inhibitors (responsible for the metabolism of numerous medications in the liver), such as voriconazole and fluconazole (used to treat fungal infections).

Other medications may also affect or be affected by ibuprofen treatment. Therefore, you should always consult your doctor or pharmacist before using ibuprofen with other medications.

Taking ibuprofen may alter the following laboratory tests:

• Bleeding time (may be prolonged for 1 day after discontinuing treatment).
• Blood glucose concentration (may decrease).
• Creatinine clearance (may decrease).
• Hematocrit or hemoglobin (may decrease).
• Blood urea nitrogen and serum creatinine and potassium concentrations (may increase).
• Liver function tests: increased transaminase values.

Tell your doctor if you are going to undergo a clinical analysis and are taking or have recently taken ibuprofen.

Taking Ibuprofen Aurovitas Pharma with food, beverages, and alcohol:

It is recommended to take ibuprofen with milk or with food, or immediately after eating, to reduce the possibility of stomach discomfort. Do not take alcohol, as it may increase gastrointestinal adverse reactions.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility:

The use of this medication is not recommended in women who are trying to become pregnant.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.

Do not take ibuprofen during pregnancy, especially during the third trimester (see section on precautions during pregnancy and in women of childbearing age), as it may harm the fetus or cause problems during delivery. It may cause kidney, lung, and heart problems in your fetus. It may affect your and your baby's tendency to bleed and delay or prolong delivery more than expected.

Do not take ibuprofen during the first 6 months of pregnancy unless it is clearly necessary and your doctor advises you to do so. If you need treatment during this period or while trying to become pregnant, you should use the lowest dose for the shortest time necessary. From the 20th week of pregnancy, ibuprofen may cause kidney problems in your fetus if taken for more than a few days, which may cause low levels of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby (oligohydramnios) or narrowing of the blood vessels (ductus arteriosus) in the baby's heart. If you need treatment for more than a few days, your doctor may recommend additional monitoring.

Although only small amounts of the medication pass into breast milk, it is recommended not to take ibuprofen for prolonged periods during breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines:

If you experience dizziness, vertigo, vision changes, or other symptoms while taking this medication, do not drive or use hazardous machinery. If you only take one dose of ibuprofen or for a short period, it is not necessary to take special precautions.

Ibuprofen may delay your reaction time, which should be taken into account before performing activities that require increased vigilance, such as driving and using machinery. This applies to a greater extent to the combination with alcohol.

This medication contains less than 1 mmol of sodium (23 mg) per tablet; it is essentially "sodium-free".

3. How to take Ibuprofeno Aurovitas Pharma

Follow the administration instructions of this medication contained in this prospectus or as indicated by your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. In case of doubt, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.

This medication is administered orally.

Only for occasional use and for limited periods.

The lowest dose should be used for the shortest time necessary to relieve symptoms. If you have an infection, consult a doctor without delay if symptoms (such as fever and pain) persist or worsen (see section 2).

Patients with stomach discomfort should take the medication with milk or during meals.

The tablets should be swallowed whole, with a glass of water, without chewing, breaking, crushing, or sucking to avoid discomfort in the mouth and throat irritation.

The recommended dose is:

Adults and adolescents over 12 years old (over 40 kg in weight): one tablet (400 mg) every 6-8 hours.

No more than 3 tablets (1,200 mg of ibuprofen) should be taken within 24 hours.

Elderly patients: the dosage should be established by the doctor, as it may be necessary to reduce the usual dose.

Patients with kidney, liver, or heart disease: reduce the dose and consult a doctor.

If symptoms worsen, if the fever persists for more than 3 days or the pain for more than 5 days (3 days in adolescents), you should consult a doctor.

The administration of this medication is subject to the appearance of pain or fever. As these disappear, the medication should be suspended.

If you think the action of this medication is too strong or too weak, inform your doctor or pharmacist.

Use in children and adolescents

The use of this medication is not recommended in children (under 12 years old) or adolescents with a weight of less than 40 kg.

If you take more Ibuprofeno Aurovitas Pharma than you should

If you have taken more ibuprofen than you should or if a child has accidentally ingested the medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone: 91 562 04 20, indicating the medication and the amount ingested, or go to the nearest hospital to find out about the risk and ask for advice on the measures to be taken.

Normally, symptoms of overdose occur 4 to 6 hours after taking ibuprofen.

Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, stomach pain, vomiting (which may contain bloody sputum), gastrointestinal bleeding (see section 4), diarrhea, headache, ringing in the ears, confusion, and involuntary eye movement. Agitation, drowsiness, disorientation, or coma may also occur. Occasionally, convulsions may develop. At high doses, symptoms of drowsiness, chest pain, palpitations, loss of consciousness, convulsions (mainly in children), weakness, and dizziness, blood in the urine, low potassium levels in the blood, chills, and breathing problems have been reported. Additionally, the prothrombin time/INR may be prolonged, probably due to interference with the actions of circulating coagulation factors. Acute kidney failure and liver damage may occur. Exacerbation of asthma is possible in asthmatic patients. Additionally, there may be low blood pressure and reduced breathing.

In rare cases, there have been reports of increased blood plasma acidity (metabolic acidosis), decreased body temperature, altered kidney function, stomach and intestinal bleeding, coma, transient loss of breathing (apnea), central nervous system depression, and respiratory system depression. There have also been cases of cardiovascular toxicity (low blood pressure, decreased heart rate, and increased heart rate).

If a severe overdose has occurred, kidney failure and liver damage may occur. In these cases, the doctor will take the necessary measures.

If you forget to take Ibuprofeno Aurovitas Pharma

Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.

If you forget to take your corresponding dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if the time of the next dose is very close, skip the forgotten dose and take the next dose at the usual time.

If you have any other doubts about the use of this medication, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.

4. Possible adverse effects

Like all medications, this medication can cause adverse effects, although not all people suffer from them. The incidence of adverse effects is lower in short treatments and if the daily dose is below the maximum recommended dose.

The frequencies shown below refer to the short-term use of maximum daily doses of up to 1,200 mg of oral ibuprofen:

• Frequent adverse effects(may affect up to 1 in 10 people): Gastrointestinal bleeding, especially in elderly patients. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, dyspepsia (disorder of gastrointestinal secretion or motility), constipation, heartburn, abdominal pain, blood in stools, vomiting with blood, headache, dizziness or feeling of instability, fatigue.

• Uncommon adverse effects(may affect up to 1 in 100 people): Gastritis, duodenal ulcers, gastric ulcers, skin redness, itching or tingling of the skin, hives, purpura (purple spots on the skin), skin reactions due to light influence, hypersensitivity, paresthesia (sensation of numbness, tingling, or burning, more frequent in hands, feet, arms, or legs) and drowsiness, insomnia, anxiety, hearing disorders, vision changes, rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal mucosa), inflammation of the oral mucosa with ulcer formation (mouth sores), gastrointestinal perforations, hepatitis (liver inflammation), liver function abnormalities, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), asthma, bronchospasm, dyspnea (difficulty breathing). Nephritis (kidney disorder), nephrotic syndrome (disorder characterized by protein in the urine and body swelling), and kidney failure (sudden loss of kidney function). Acute kidney failure and papillary necrosis (especially with prolonged use) associated with increased urea.

• Rare adverse effects(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people): Disorientation or confusion, depression, vertigo, tinnitus (ringing or sounds in the ear), hearing impairment, reversible toxic amblyopia, liver damage, edema (swelling caused by fluid accumulation in tissues), optic neuritis, anaphylactic reaction (in case of severe generalized hypersensitivity reaction, facial swelling, tongue, and larynx, dyspnea, tachycardia, hypotension, anaphylaxis, or severe shock may appear), aseptic meningitis (inflammation of the meninges, which are the membranes that protect the brain and spinal cord, not caused by bacteria). In most cases where aseptic meningitis has been reported with ibuprofen, the patient suffered from some form of autoimmune disease (such as systemic lupus erythematosus and other collagen diseases), which was a risk factor. The symptoms of aseptic meningitis observed were neck stiffness, headache, nausea, vomiting, fever, or disorientation. Other adverse effects are decreased platelets, decreased white blood cells (which may manifest as frequent infections with fever, chills, or sore throat), decreased red blood cells (which may manifest as difficulty breathing and pale skin), neutropenia (decrease in neutrophils), and agranulocytosis (very large decrease in neutrophils), aplastic anemia (bone marrow failure to produce different types of cells), hemolytic anemia (premature destruction of red blood cells). The first symptoms are: fever, sore throat, superficial ulcers in the mouth, pseudo-flu symptoms, extreme fatigue, bleeding, and bruises of unknown cause.

• Very rare adverse effects(may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people): Pancreatitis, severe blistering reactions, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome (widespread erosions affecting the skin and at least two mucous membranes and lesions of purple color, preferably on the trunk) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (erosions on mucous membranes and painful lesions with necrosis and shedding of the epidermis), erythema multiforme (skin lesion), erythema multiforme (skin lesion). Exceptionally, severe skin infections and soft tissue complications may occur during chickenpox. Liver failure (severe liver damage), heart failure, myocardial infarction, hypertension.

Exacerbation of inflammation-related infections has been observed with the use of NSAIDs. If there are signs of infection or they worsen during the use of ibuprofen, it is recommended to consult a doctor as soon as possible.

• Unknown frequency (cannot be estimated from available data):

Exacerbation of colitis and Crohn's disease (chronic disease in which the immune system attacks the intestine, causing inflammation that usually produces bloody diarrhea).

A severe skin reaction known as DRESS syndrome (by its English acronym) may occur. The symptoms of DRESS syndrome include: skin rash, lymph node inflammation, and elevated eosinophils (a type of white blood cell). Generalized red scaly rash, with bumps under the skin and blisters, accompanied by fever. The symptoms usually appear at the beginning of treatment (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis). Stop taking ibuprofen if you experience these symptoms and seek medical attention immediately. See also section 2.

Chest pain, which may be a sign of a potentially severe allergic reaction called Kounis syndrome.

If any of the following adverse effects occur, discontinue treatment and consult your doctor immediately:

• Allergic reactions such as skin rashes, facial swelling, wheezing, or difficulty breathing.
• Vomiting blood or coffee grounds-like material.
• Blood in stools or bloody diarrhea.
• Severe stomach pain.
• Severe skin peeling or blistering.
• Severe or persistent headache.
• Yellowing of the skin (jaundice).
• Signs of severe hypersensitivity (see above in this section).
• Swelling of the limbs or fluid accumulation in the arms or legs.
• Red, non-elevated, target-shaped or circular spots on the trunk, often with blisters in the center, skin peeling, mouth, throat, nose, genital, and eye ulcers. These severe skin rashes may be preceded by fever and flu-like symptoms (exfoliative dermatitis, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis).
• Generalized skin rash, elevated body temperature, and lymph node swelling (DRESS syndrome).
• Generalized red scaly rash, with bumps under the skin and blisters, accompanied by fever. The symptoms usually appear at the beginning of treatment (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis).

Reporting adverse effects

If you experience any type of adverse effect, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse, even if it is a possible adverse effect that does not appear in this prospectus. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: https://www.notificaram.es.

By reporting adverse effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medication.

5. Conservation of Ibuprofeno Aurovitas Pharma

Keep this medication out of sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medication after the expiration date shown on the packaging and blister after "CAD". The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

This medication does not require special storage conditions.

Medications should not be thrown down the drain or into the trash. Deposit the packaging and medications you no longer need in the SIGRE collection point at the pharmacy. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medications you no longer need. This way, you will help protect the environment.

6. Package contents and additional information

Composition of Ibuprofeno Aurovitas Pharma:

• The active ingredient is ibuprofen. Each tablet contains 400 mg of ibuprofen.
• Other components are:
• • Core of the tablet: cornstarch, pregelatinized cornstarch, anhydrous colloidal silica, sodium croscarmellose, talc, and stearic acid.
  • Coating: talc, Macrogol 3350, poly(vinyl alcohol), and titanium dioxide (E171).

Appearance of Ibuprofeno Aurovitas Pharma and package contents

White or off-white, round, and scored film-coated tablets. The tablet can be divided into equal doses.

It is presented in packages with 20 tablets, packaged in aluminum-PVC blisters.

Marketing authorization holder:

Aurovitas Spain, S.A.U.

Avda. de Burgos, 16-D

28036 Madrid

Spain

Manufacturer:

APL Swift Services (Malta) Limited

HF26, Hal Far Industrial Estate, Hal Far

Birzebbugia, BBG 3000

Malta

or

Generis Farmacêutica, S.A.

Rua João de Deus, 19,

2700-487 Amadora,

Portugal

Date of the last revision of this prospectus: November 2024

Detailed and updated information on this medication is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/.