Childrens Ibuprofen
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Children’s Ibuprofen Oral Suspension, USP
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT
- PURPOSE
- USES
- WARNINGS
- DO NOT USE
- ASK DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF
- ASK DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF THE CHILD IS
- WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
- DIRECTIONS
- INACTIVE INGREDIENT
- QUESTIONS?
- PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
(in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoon)
Ibuprofen, USP 100 mg (NSAID)**
**nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
PURPOSE
Pain reliever/fever reducer
USES
temporarily:
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• relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache -
• reduces fever
WARNINGS
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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• 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:
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• 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.
DO NOT USE
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• if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer -
• right before or after heart surgery
ASK DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF
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• 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
ASK DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF THE CHILD IS
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• under a doctor’s care for any serious condition -
• taking any other drug
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
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• 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
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
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• 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
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
DIRECTIONS
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• 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
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• 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
INACTIVE INGREDIENT
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.
QUESTIONS?
1-800-432-8534 between 9 am and 4 pm EST, Monday – Friday.
PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Compare to the active ingredient in Children’s Motrin( Berry*)
NDC 68788-9109-1
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
Childrens IbuprofenIbuprofen SUSPENSION
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