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Ibuprofen 50 mg (NSAID)* ..................................... Fever
reducer/Pain reliever |
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*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug |
reduces fever relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold,
flu, headaches and toothaches
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
asthma
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 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
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.
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
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Weight (lb) |
Age (mos) |
Dose (mL) |
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under 6 mos |
ask a doctor |
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12-17 lb |
6-11 mos |
1.25 mL |
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18-23 lb |
12-23 mos |
1.875 mL |
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)
acetic acid, artificial flavors, butylated hydroxytoluene, carboxymethylcellulose
sodium, citric acid monohydrate, edetate disodium, FD&C blue no.1, FD&C red no.
40, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified
water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucrose, xanthan gum
Inactive ingredients (WHITE GRAPE FLAVOR)
acetic acid, artificial flavor, butylated hydroxytoluene, carboxymethylcellulose
sodium, citric acid monohydrate, edetate disodium, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose,
polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution,
sucrose, xanthan gum
Questions or comments? call toll-free 1-800-88-ADVIL or ask your phamacist,
doctor or health care professional