Motrin IB®

Generic Drug
Ibuprofen

 

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Dosage Forms (McNeil)

Tablet, Caplet, Gelcap: 200mg

Suspension: 100mg/5ml

Adult Dosing Guidelines

  • Take one tablet every 4-6 hours while symptoms persist. If pain or fever persists, 2 tablets may be used, but do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours. Take smallest effective dose. Take with food or milk if heartburn or upset stomach occur.

 

Pediatric Dosing Guidelines

  • Do not give this product to children under 12 years except under the advice or supervision of a doctor.

 

Triage Questions About Treatment or Related Issues

  • What are the patient’s symptoms? How long have they been occurring?
  • Has the patient tried any other medications?
  • Is the patient taking any other OTC/Rx medications?
  • Is the patient allergic to any of the active/inactive ingredients in this product?
  • Can the patient swallow tablets?

 

General Information

For the temporary relief of headache, muscular aches, minor pain of arthritis, toothaches, menstrual cramps, and reduction of fever. Do not take for pain for more than 10 days or for fever for more than 3 days. If symptoms occur, consult a physician. Children under 12 yeas are not to take. Do not take in 3rd trimester of pregnancy.

Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
Mile GI upset, heartburn.

Allergic reactions: hives, asthma, facial swelling, shock.


Natural Products or Nutritional Interactions (if applicable)
Ginko