IBUPROFEN DOSAGE (FOR FEVER AND PAIN)


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IBUPROFEN DOSAGE (FOR FEVER AND PAIN)
Child's weight more than (pounds)	12	18	24	36	48	60	72	96	lbs
Total amount (mg)	50	75	100	150	200	250	300	400	mg
Drops 50 mg/dropper	1	1½	2	3	4	--	--	--	dropper
Syringe: 100 mg/2.5 ml	1.25	--	2.5	--	5.0	--	--	--	ml
Liquid 100 mg/5 ml (tsp)	½	¾	1	1½	2	2½	3	4	tsp
Chewable 50 mg. tablets	--	--	2	3	4	5	6	8	tabs
Junior-strength 100 mg tablets	--	--	--	--	2	2 ½	3	4	tabs
Adult 200 mg. tablets	--	--	--	--	1	1	1½	2	tabs

· Ibuprofen (e.g. Advil and Motrin) Dosage: determine by finding your child's weight in the top row of the dosage table.
· Adult dose: 400 mg
· Repeat every 6-8 hours as needed
· Don't use under 6 months of age (Reason: safety not established and doesn't have FDA approval.)

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.
Pediatric HouseCall Online. Copyright © 2000-2003 Barton Schmitt, M.D.FAAP
Reviewed 8/2003
Revised 7/2002
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