Children's Motrin Oral Suspension Dye-Free Berry, 4 Fl. Oz

Bring your child fast fever reduction and relief from minor aches and pains due to the common cold & flu. Children's Motrin Oral Suspension with 100mg per 5mL ibuprofen is a dye-free oral suspension medicine for kids. It contains ibuprofen, a known NSAID pain-reliever and fever-reducer. Each 5mL contains 100 milligrams of ibuprofen. This kid's liquid medicine provides up to eight hours of relief from minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache, and toothache. This oral suspension medicine formula is for children ages 2 to 11 and comes in a kid-friendly original berry flavor. Plus, the enclosed dosing cup can make it easy to dose and administer the liquid pain reliever to your child.

  • Active Ingredients
  • Active Ingredient (in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoon): Ibuprofen 100 mg (NSAID)*

    *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
    Inactive Ingredients: acesulfame potassium, anhydrous citric acid, flavors, glycerin, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized starch, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose, xanthan gum
     

  • 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 your 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
    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 any other pain reliever/fever reducer
    • right before or after heart surgery
    Ask a doctor before use if
    • stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
    • child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
    • child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
    • child has not been drinking fluids
    • child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
    • child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
    • child has asthma
    • child is taking a diuretic
    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is
    • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
    • taking any other drug
    When using this product
    • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
    • the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
    Stop use and ask a 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
    • 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
    Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

  • Uses
  • temporarily:
    • relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache
    • reduces fever
  • 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. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
    • use only enclosed measuring cup
    • if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours
    • do not use more than 4 times a day
    • replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance

    Dosing Chart

    Weight (lb) (Age (yr)): Dose (mL)
    Under 2 years: Ask a doctor.
    24-35 lbs (2-3 years): 1 tsp or 5 mL
    36-47 lbs (4-5 years): 1½ tsp or 7.5 mL
    48-59 lbs (6-8 years): 2 tsp or 10 mL
    60-71 lbs (9-10 years): 2½ tsp or 12.5 mL
    72-95 lbs (11 years): 3 tsp or 15 mL


    Other Information:
    • each teaspoon contains: sodium 2 mg
    • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)

     

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