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Childrens Ibuprofen

100 mg/5mL · Suspension

  • Available without prescription
  • Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
Active substance
Ibuprofen
Made by
NuCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Quoted from the official source. Not yet reviewed by Mediclarum — the leaflet in your pack is authoritative.

At a glance

Quoted from the official label · 2026-05-27

What it is

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Used for
  • Relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache reduces fever
How to take it

Ask a doctor 24-35 lbs 2-3 years 5 mL 36-47 lbs 4-5 years 7.5 mL 48-59 lbs 6-8 years 10 mL 60-71 lbs 9-10 years 12.5 mL 72-95 lbs 11 years 15 mL **or as directed by a doctor

do not use more than 4 times a day replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance wash dosage cup after each use Dosing Chart Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (mL)** under 24 lbs under 2 years

Full directions ↓
Do not take it if

If the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer right before or after heart surgery

All warnings ↓
Good to know
  • Sold without a prescription
  • FDA enforcement reports list no ongoing recall, and none from the last two years, for this product code · checked 2026-10-02
676other products contain Ibuprofen — compare makers, forms and strengths

Every line above is selected, not written, from the official label. Nothing is reworded. DailyMed

What it is for

temporarily:

  • relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache reduces fever

From the official label · 2026-05-27 · DailyMed

How it works

From the US prescribing label for the same active substance (Ibuprofen). It describes the substance, not this exact product.

Ibuprofen tablets contain ibuprofen which possesses analgesic and antipyretic activities.

Its mode of action, like that of other NSAIDs, is not completely understood, but may be related to prostaglandin synthetase inhibition.

Half-life1.8–2.0 h
Mostly cleared after≈ 9.5 hfive half-lives — our arithmetic
How the body breaks it down

Ibuprofen is rapidly metabolized and eliminated in the urine.

With food

When ibuprofen tablets are administered immediately after a meal, there is a reduction in the rate of absorption but no appreciable decrease in the extent of absorption.

Quoted from the prescribing label, sections “Mechanism of Action” and “Pharmacokinetics”. DailyMed · 2026-09-08

Do not take it if

if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer right before or after heart surgery

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Do Not Use”.

How to take it

These directions are for this exact strength and form. Another one is different.

  • this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use do not give more than directed shake well before using mL = milliliter find right dose on chart.
  • If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. use only enclosed dosing cup.
  • Do not use any other dosing device. 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 wash dosage cup after each use Dosing Chart Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (mL)** under 24 lbs under 2 years
  • ask a doctor 24-35 lbs 2-3 years 5 mL 36-47 lbs 4-5 years 7.5 mL 48-59 lbs 6-8 years 10 mL 60-71 lbs 9-10 years 12.5 mL 72-95 lbs 11 years 15 mL **or as directed by a doctor

Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.

Ask a doctor first if

stomach bleeding warning applies to your child child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn 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 vomiting or diarrhea child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, or had a stroke child has asthma child is taking a diuretic

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Ask Doctor”.

Ask a pharmacist first if

the child is under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Ask Doctor/Pharmacist”.

Stop and get help 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

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Stop Use”.

Other 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 NSAID, 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 for a longer time than directed Heart attack and stroke warning:
  • NSAIDs, 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 for longer 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.
  • 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
  • Ask a doctor before use if stomach bleeding warning applies to your child child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn 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 vomiting or diarrhea child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, or had a stroke child has asthma child is taking a diuretic
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug
  • When using this product give with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
  • Stop use and
  • ask a doctor if child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • (1-800-222-1222)
  • give with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

Quoted from the official label, section “Warnings”.

Keep away from children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Keep Out of Reach of Children”.

How to store it

  • each 5 mL contains:
  • sodium 2 mg
  • do not use if printed neckband is broken or missing
  • store at 20-25 ° C (68-77 ° F) do not freeze

Quoted from the official label, section “Storage and Handling”.

What kind of medicine it is

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Purpose”.

Other ingredients

Relevant if you react to a dye, a preservative, lactose or gluten.

anhydrous citric acid, FD&C red #40, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, hypromellose, natural and artificial bubblegum flavors, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, xanthan gum

Quoted from the official label, section “Inactive Ingredients”.

Questions about this product

1-800-719-9260

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Questions”.

Ingredients people check for

Lactose, gluten, dyes, sugars and other ingredients that matter with an allergy, intolerance or diet — as this product’s FDA label lists them.

  • Colour dyesFD&C red #40Some people react to dyes such as tartrazine (Yellow 5) or carmine.
  • Sugarshigh fructose corn syrupRelevant to diabetes and dental health.
  • Sugar alcoholssorbitol solutionSorbitol and similar can upset the stomach and matter with fructose intolerance.

Quoted from the FDA label. A label that does not name an ingredient is not a guarantee that the product is free of it, and formulations change. With an allergy, check the pack and ask a pharmacist.

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Details

Made byNuCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Active substanceIbuprofen
Used inMuscles, joints and bones
Strength100 mg/5mL
FormSuspension
RouteOral
Packs1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 118 mL in 1 BOTTLE
NDC68071-5290

Source: NDC Directory · 2026-09-13 · not reviewed by a clinician

Source: US Food and Drug Administration, NDC Directory. Reuse terms: US government work (FDA).

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