MOTRIN®
Convenient relief in kid-friendly flavors
Dosage for infants and children
Guide proper dosage for MOTRIN® pediatric products with pediatric dosage charts.
Remind parents and caregivers to always read and follow the product label.
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Infants’ MOTRIN® Concentrated Drops Dosage
DOSE: Every 6 to 8 hours as needed. DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN 4 DOSES IN 24 HOURS. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
Active ingredient: ibuprofen (NSAID)* 50 mg (in each 1.25 mL)
mL = milliliter
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Children’s MOTRIN® Oral Suspension Dosage
DOSE: Every 6 to 8 hours as needed. DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN 4 DOSES IN 24 HOURS. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
Active ingredient: ibuprofen (NSAID)* 100 mg (in each 5 mL)
mL = milliliter
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Children’s MOTRIN® Chewables Dosage
DOSE: Chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing. Repeat every 6 to 8 hours as needed. DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN 4 DOSES IN 24 HOURS. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
Active ingredient: ibuprofen (NSAID)* 100 mg (in each chewable tablet)
mL = milliliter
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE
• Always read and follow the label on all MOTRIN® products.
• Repeat dose every 6-8 hours as needed.
• Do NOT give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
• Use only the dosage device (syringe or dosage cup) that came with the product.
Do not use any other dosage device.
MOTRIN® IB Caplets Dosage
DOSE: 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist; if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used. Do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor.
Active ingredient: ibuprofen (NSAID)* 200 mg (in each caplet)
mL = milliliter
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE
• Always read and follow the label on all MOTRIN® products.
• Repeat dose every 4-6 hours as needed.
• Do NOT give more than 6 caplets in 24 hours.
When fever is high, keep parent concerns low Nothing works faster or lasts longer on high fever*
Effective for pain associated with cold & flu Fast, long-lasting symptom relief
For minor aches & pains Provide up to 8 hours of relief
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*Among over-the-counter brands.
REFERENCE:
1. Data on file. Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division. Fort Washington, PA; 2016.