Childrens Ibuprofen

Valu Merchandisers Company

Children’s Ibuprofen Oral Suspension,USP (NSAID) 100 mg per 5 mL (teaspoon)

FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Drug Facts

Ibuprofen 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause severe stomach bleeding.

The chances are 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 below.  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

       Dosing Chart

• 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

citric acid, D&C yellow #10, FD&C red #40, flavors, glycerin, hypromellose, polysorbate-80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose, xanthan gum.

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Children’s
Ibuprofen
Oral Suspension, USP
(NSAID)
100 mg per 5 mL (teaspoon)