Childrens Novex Ibuprofen Ibuprofen IBUPROFEN IBUPROFEN SUCROSE SORBITOL SILICON DIOXIDE XANTHAN GUM CITRIC ACID MONOHYDRATE SODIUM BENZOATE POTASSIUM SORBATE SACCHARIN SODIUM POLYSORBATE 80 FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 ASPARTAME WATER
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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Overview
Uses: temporarily: ■ relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache ■ reduces fever
Indications & Usage
Uses: temporarily: ■ relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache ■ reduces fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions ■ this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use ■ do not give more than directed ■ mL= milliliter; tsp=teaspoonful ■ shake well before using ■ find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. ■ use only enclosed dosing syringe or 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 (tsp or mL)* under 24 under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 lbs 2-3 years 5 mL (1 tsp) 36-47 lbs 4-5 years 7.5 mL (1 ⅟2 tsp) 48-59 lbs 6-8 years 10 mL (2 tsp) 60-71 lbs 9-10 years 12.5 mL (2 ⅟2 tsp) 72-95 lbs 11 years 15 mL (3 tsp) *or as directed by a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: ■ hives ■ shock ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ rash ■ skin reddening ■ blisters ■ facial swelling 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 the child: ■ has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems ■ takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug ■ takes other drugs containing prescription or non-prescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or Other) ■ 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.
Purpose
Purpose: Pain reliever/ fever reducer
Do Not Use
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
Keep Out of Reach of Children
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)
Questions
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