Junior Strength Advil Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Ibuprofen 100mg; tabs.
Pharmacological Class
NSAID (propionic acid deriv.).
How Supplied
Susp—4oz; Drops—½ oz; Junior chewable tabs—24; Junior tabs—24
Manufacturer
Junior Strength Advil Indications
Indications
Minor aches and pain. Fever.
Junior Strength Advil Dosage and Administration
Adult
Not applicable.
Children
Use appropriate formulation and give every 6–8 hours. <6yrs: consult physician. 48–71lbs: 200mg. 72–95lbs: 300mg.
Junior Strength Advil Contraindications
Contraindications
Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery.
Junior Strength Advil Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Junior Strength Advil 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.
Junior Strength Advil Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Junior Strength Advil 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.
Junior Strength Advil 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.
Junior Strength Advil Clinical Trials
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Junior Strength Advil Note
Not Applicable
Junior Strength Advil Patient Counseling
See Literature