Children’s Ibuprofen Drug Facts

temporarily:

• relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache
• reduces fever

• give with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

• this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
• do not give more than directed
• shake well before using
• mL = milliliter
• find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
• use only enclosed dosing cup. Do not use any other dosing device.
• 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 (lb)	Age (yr)	Dose (mL)**
under 24 lbs	under 2 years	ask a doctor
24-35 lbs	2-3 years	5 mL
36-47 lbs	4-5 years	7.5 mL
48-59 lbs	6-8 years	10 mL
60-71 lbs	9-10 years	12.5 mL
72-95 lbs	11 years	15 mL

**or as directed by a doctor

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

• 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
• child has symptoms of heart problems or stroke:
  • chest pain
  • trouble breathing
  • weakness in one part or side of body
  • slurred speech
  • leg swelling
• 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

• under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
• taking any other drug

• if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• right before or after heart surgery

• each 5 mL 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

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