Drug Facts
| Ibuprofen 50 mg (NSAID)* |
Fever reducer/Pain reliever |
| *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug |
Uses temporarily:
reduces fever
relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if the child:
has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
takes other drugs containing an NSAID [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
takes more or for a longer time than directed
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 the child has
problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain
ulcers
bleeding problems
not been drinking fluids
lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
high blood pressure
heart or kidney disease
taken a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is
taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription)
taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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
long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
Stop use and ask a doctor if
the child feels faint, vomits blood, or has bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding
stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
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.
Directions
this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
do not give more than directed
do not give longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
shake well before using
find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
repeat dose every 6-8 hours, if needed
do not use more than 4 times a day
measure with the dosing device provided. Do not use with any other device.
Dosing Chart
| Weight (lb) |
Age (mos) |
Dose (mL) |
| under 6 mos |
ask a doctor |
| 12-17 lb |
6-11 mos |
1.25 mL |
| 18-23 lb |
12-23 mos |
1.875 mL |
Other information
one dose lasts 6-8 hours
store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
see bottom of box for lot number and expiration date
Inactive ingredients (FRUIT FLAVOR)
artificial flavors, carboxymethylcellulose sodium,
citric acid, edetate disodium, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80,
purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucrose, xanthan gum
Inactive ingredients (GRAPE FLAVOR)
artificial flavor, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, citric acid, edetate disodium, FD&C blue no.1, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin,
microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution,
sucrose, xanthan gum
Inactive ingredients (WHITE GRAPE FLAVOR)
artificial flavor, carboxymethylcellulose sodium,
citric acid, edetate disodium, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol,
purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucrose, xanthan gum
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