Infants Motrin
McNeil Consumer Healthcare Div McNeil-PPC, Inc
Motrin Infants'
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each 1.25 mL)
- Purpose
- Infants Motrin Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- Infants Motrin Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions or comments?
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 1.25 mL)
Ibuprofen 50 mg (NSAID)
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Infants Motrin 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 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
- 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
- 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 below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
- measure with the 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
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 |
Infants Motrin Other information
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- Tamper evident statement
- see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive ingredients
anhydrous citric acid, caramel, FD&C red no. 40, flavors, glycerin, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized starch, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucrose, xanthan gum
Questions or comments?
Call 1-877-895-3665: weekdays 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
NDC 50580-100-18
For Ages 6 Mos. to 23 Mos.
Concentrated
Motrin®
Infants' Drops
contains Ibuprofen
Oral Suspension (NSAID)
50 mg per 1.25 mL
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
Lasts up to
8 hours
Use only with
enclosed syringe.
Original
Berry Flavor
1/2 fl oz (15 ml)
Infants MotrinIbuprofen SUSPENSION/ DROPS
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