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Junior Strength Advil Chewables Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Ibuprofen 100mg; contains phenylalanine 4.2mg/tab.
Pharmacological Class
NSAID (propionic acid deriv.).
How Supplied
Susp—4oz; Drops—½ oz; Junior chewable tabs—24; Junior tabs—24
Manufacturer
Junior Strength Advil Chewables Indications
Indications
Minor aches and pain. Fever.
Junior Strength Advil Chewables 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.
Junior Strength Advil Chewables Contraindications
Contraindications
Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery.
Junior Strength Advil Chewables Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Junior Strength Advil Chewables 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 Chewables Pharmacokinetics
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Junior Strength Advil Chewables 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 Chewables 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 Chewables Clinical Trials
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Junior Strength Advil Chewables Note
Not Applicable
Junior Strength Advil Chewables Patient Counseling
See Literature
