DG Health Ibuprofen
Dolgencorp, LLC Ibuprofen Oral Suspension Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoonful)
- Purpose
- DG Health Ibuprofen Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- DG Health Ibuprofen Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions or comments?
- Principal Display Panel
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoonful)
Ibuprofen 100 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
DG Health Ibuprofen 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 -
• 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 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 a doctor before use if
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• the 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 a 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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• give 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 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 -
• wash dosage cup after each use
Dosing Chart |
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Weight (lb) |
Age(yrs) |
Dose (teaspoonful 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 |
1 ½ tsp or 7.5 mL |
48-59 lbs |
6-8 years |
2 tsp or 10 mL |
60-71 lbs |
9-10 years |
2 ½ tsp or 12.5 mL |
72-95 lbs |
11 years |
3 tsp or 15 mL |
DG Health Ibuprofen Other information
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• each teaspoon contains: sodium 2 mg -
• do not use if printed neckband is broken or missing -
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) -
• do not freeze -
• see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive ingredients
anhydrous citric acid, artificial mixed berry flavor, D&C yellow #10, FD&C red #40, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, hypromellose, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, xanthan gum
Questions or comments?
1-888-309-9030
Principal Display Panel
For Ages 2 to 11
Children’s Ibuprofen Oral Suspension
100 mg per 5 mL (teaspoonful)
Pain Reliever / Fever Reducer
(NSAID)
Compare to active ingredient of Children’s Motrin® Berry Flavor
Lasts up to 8 hours
Alcohol Free
Temporarily reduces fever and relieves minor aches and pains.
Berry Flavor
4 FL OZ (118 mL)
DG Health IbuprofenIbuprofen SUSPENSION
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