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Children’s Motrin Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Ibuprofen 100mg/5mL; susp; berry, grape, or bubble-gum flavor; original or dye-free; alcohol-free.
Pharmacological Class
NSAID (propionic acid deriv.).
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How Supplied
Susp—1oz, 4oz; Drops—½ oz, 1oz
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
YES
Children’s Motrin Indications
Indications
Minor aches and pain. Fever.
Children’s Motrin Dosage and Administration
Adult
Not applicable.
Children
Use appropriate formulation and give every 6–8 hours. <6months: not recommended. 12–17lbs: 50mg. 18–23lbs: 75mg. 24–35lbs: 100mg. 36–47lbs: 150mg. 48–59lbs: 200mg. 60–71lbs: 250mg. 72–95lbs: 300mg.
Children’s Motrin Contraindications
Contraindications
Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery.
Children’s Motrin Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Children’s Motrin Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding or persistent sore throat (do not use >2 days or children <3 years). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Liver cirrhosis. Renal disease. Asthma. Dehydration. Reevaluate if no relief within 24 hours of treatment; pain or fever persists or worsens >3 days. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Children’s Motrin Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Children’s Motrin Interactions
Interactions
Avoid aspirin or other pain relievers. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAID-containing products (eg, ibuprofen, naproxen, others), or prolonged use. Caution with diuretics.
Children’s Motrin Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
GI upset/bleed, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, feel faint, slurred speech), redness, swelling, allergic reactions; discontinue if occur.
Children’s Motrin Clinical Trials
See Literature
Children’s Motrin Note
Not Applicable
Children’s Motrin Patient Counseling
See Literature
