Childrens Ibuprofen
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
(in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoon)
Ibuprofen, USP 100 mg (NSAID)**
**nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Pain reliever/fever reducer
temporarily:
- relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache
- reduces fever
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
- hives
- shock
- asthma (wheezing)
- rash
- skin reddening
- blisters
- facial swelling
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if your child:
- has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
- takes more or for a longer time than directed
Sore throat warning: Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.
- if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- right before or after heart surgery
- stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
- child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- child has not been drinking fluids
- child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
- child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
- child has asthma
- child is taking a diuretic
- under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
- taking any other drug
- take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
- the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
- child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
- feels faint
- vomits blood
- has bloody or black stools
- has stomach pain that does not get better
- the child does not get any relief within the first day (24 hours) of treatment
- fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
- this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
- do not give more than directed
- shake well before using
- find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
- use only enclosed measuring cup
- if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours
- do not use more than 4 times a day
- replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance
Weight (lb) | Age (yr) | Dose (tsp or mL) |
under 2 years | ask a doctor | |
24 – 35 lbs | 2 – 3 years | 1 tsp or 5 mL |
36 – 47 lbs | 4 – 5 years | 1½ tsp or 7.5 mL |
48 – 59 lbs | 6 – 8 years | 2 tsp or 10 mL |
60 – 71 lbs | 9 – 10 years | 2½ tsp or 12.5 mL |
72 – 95 lbs | 11 years | 3 tsp or 15 mL |
Other information
- each teaspoon contains: sodium 2 mg
- do not use if printed neckband is broken or missing
- store between 20 - 25°C (68 - 77°F)
- see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date
Berry flavor: citric acid, D&C yellow #10, FD&C red #40, flavors, glycerin, hypromellose, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose, xanthan gum
Dye free berry flavor: citric acid, flavors, glycerin, hypromellose, polysorbate-80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose, xanthan gum
Bubble gum flavor: artificial bubble gum flavor, citric acid, FD&C red #40, glycerin, hypromellose, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose, xanthan gum.
1-800-432-8534 between 9 am and 4 pm EST, Monday – Friday.
Compare to the active ingredient in Children’s Motrin( Berry*
NDC 0472-1255-94
For ages 2 to 11
CHILDREN’S Ibuprofen Oral Suspension, USP
(NSAID)
100 mg per 5 mL (teaspoon)
Pain Reliever
Fever Reducer
Lasts up to 8 hours
Original Berry Flavor
Alcohol Free
4 FL OZ (118 mL)
12550112L1 VC100602
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