CHILDRENS IBUPROFEN ORAL SUSPENSION- ibuprofen suspension

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM)

Available from:

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Administration route:

ORAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer Uses temporarily: ■ relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat,    headache and toothache ■ reduces fever 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 Slop 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 ■ child has symptoms of heart problems or stroke:   ■ chest pain            ■ trouble breathing   ■ weakness in one part or side of 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

Authorization status:

Abbreviated New Drug Application

Summary of Product characteristics

CHILDRENS IBUPROFEN ORAL SUSPENSION- IBUPROFEN SUSPENSION
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CHILDREN'S IBUPROFEN ORAL SUSPENSION
DRUG FACTS
_ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH 5 ML)_
Ibuprofen 100 mg (NSAID)
_PURPOSE_
Pain reliever/fever reducer
_USES_ temporarily:
■ relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore
throat,
headache and toothache
■ reduces fever
_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
NSAlD, 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 lor a longer time than directed
HEART ATTACK AND STROKE WARNING: NSAlDs, 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 lor longer than directed.
SORE THROAT WARNING: Severe or persistent sore throat or
sore throat accompanied by high lever, 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
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF
■ stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
■ child has a history of stomach problems, such as
heartbum
■ 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