Junior Strength Advil

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  • Nonnarcotic analgesics

Junior Strength Advil Generic Name & Formulations

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

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

See Literature

Junior Strength Advil Note

Not Applicable

Junior Strength Advil Patient Counseling

See Literature