Infants Ibuprofen is a brand name for Ibuprofen. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: USE(S) temporarily: reduces fever relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headaches and toothaches
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
DIRECTIONS this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use do not give more than directed shake well before using find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. mL=milliliter measure with dosing device provided.
Do not use any other dosing device. 875 mL
STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR IF child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feels faint vomits blood has bloody or black stools has stomach pain that does not get better child has symptoms of heart problems or stroke: chest pain trouble breathing weakness in one part or side of the body slurred speech leg swelling 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
WARNINGS
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 an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you child: has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) takes more or for a longer time than directed Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke.
These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.
Sore throat warning:
Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.
DO NOT USE if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or any other pain reliever/fever reducer right before or after heart surgery
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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