Health Sense Infants Ibuprofen
Dollar General Health Sense Infants' Ibuprofen Oral Suspension, Berry Flavor Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each 1.25 mL)
- Purpose
- Health Sense Infants Ibuprofen Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- Health Sense Infants Ibuprofen Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions or comments?
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient (in each 1.25 mL)
Ibuprofen 50 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Health Sense Infants Ibuprofen Uses
temporarily:
- reduces fever
- relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headaches and toothaches
Warnings
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
- skin reddening
- rash
- blisters
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause stomach bleeding.
The chance is higher if the child:
- has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- takes other drugs containing an NSAID [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.
Do not use
- if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if the child has
- problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain
- ulcers
- bleeding problems
- not been drinking fluids
- lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
- high blood pressure
- heart or kidney disease
- taken a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is
- taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription)
- taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
- taking any other drug
When using this product
- give with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
- long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- the child feels faint, vomits blood, or has bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding.
- stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
- the child does not get any relief within 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
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
- do not give more than directed
- do not give longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
- shake well before using
- find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
- measure with dosing device provided. Do not use with any other device.
- dispense liquid slowly into the child’s mouth, toward the inner cheek
- if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours
- do not use more than 4 times a day
Dosing Chart
Weight (lb) | Age (mos) | Dose (mL) |
under 6 mos | ask a doctor | |
12-17 lbs | 6-11 mos | 1.25 mL |
18-23 lbs | 12-23 mos | 1.875 mL |
Health Sense Infants Ibuprofen Other information
- do not use if printed neckband is broken or missing
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- see bottom of box for lot number and expiration date
Inactive ingredients
artificial flavor, butylparaben, citric acid, FD&C red #40, glycerin, hypromellose, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucrose, xanthan gum
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Compare to active ingredient of Motrin® Infants' Drops
Concentrated
For Ages 6 mos.-23 mos.
Infants' Ibuprofen Oral Suspension
50 mg per 1.25 mL
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)
Lasts up to 8 hours
Alcohol Free
Use Only With Enclosed Syringe
Berry Flavor
Health Sense Infants Ibuprofenibuprofen SUSPENSION
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