ibuprofen
Western Family Children's Ibuprofen Oral Suspension Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoonful)
- Purposes
- ibuprofen Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- 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
Purposes
Pain reliever/fever reducer
ibuprofen Uses
temporarily:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 | ||
Weight (lbs) | 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 |
- 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?
1-800-719-9260
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For Ages 2 to 11
CHILDREN'S
Ibuprofen Oral Suspension
100 mg per 5 mL (teaspoonful)
PAIN RELIEVER-FEVER REDUCER (NSAID)
LASTS UP TO 8 HOURS
Berry Flavor
Gluten Free
Alcohol Free
COMPARE TO CHILDREN'S MOTRIN® active ingredient
ibuprofenIbuprofen SUSPENSION
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