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29 lis 2022 · Find the right dose on the chart below. Use the child's weight for dose. If the child's weight is not available, use the child's age. Dispense liquid slowly into the child's mouth, toward the inner cheek; If needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours, do not dose more than 4 times a day.
Ibuprofen (also known as Motrin and Advil) is a medicine used to reduce fever and pain. It is an "over-the-counter" medicine, meaning that you can get it without a doctor's prescription. This table can help you figure out the right amount to give. (Find a print-friendly version here.)
Find the recommended dose of Ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil) to safely give your infant or child with the St. Louis Children's Hospital child and infant medication dosage table.
For infant's ibuprofen drops that say 50 mg/1.25 mL on the label, give a 2.5 mL dose. For children's liquid ibuprofen that says 100 mg/5 mL on the label, give a 5 mL dose. For children's ibuprofen chewable tablets that say 100 mg tablets on the label, give 1 tablet.
Children’s ibuprofen is available over the counter for the temporary reduction of fever and relief of minor aches and pains due to colds, influenza, sore throat, headaches and toothaches for patients 6 months and older. Age is provided as a convenience only, dosing should be based on the weight of your child.
Check the concentration and recommended dosage. Give your child a dose from the dropper, syringe, or cup that came with the product. This is especially important when giving the infant concentrated drops, which are more potent than the children’s suspension concentration.
Pediatric Drug Dosage Information. Ibuprofen - Advil Motrin etc - Dosage Table. Indications: Treatment of fever and pain. Table Notes: AGE LIMIT: Don’t use under 6 months of age unless directed by child’s doctor. (Reason: safety not established and doesn’t have FDA approval).
