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Ibuprofen for fever and pain

Ibuprophen 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/1.25 1.25 1.875 2.5 3.75 4.5 - - - ml
Liquid 100 mg/5 ml (tsp) 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/2 2 2 1/2 3 4 tsp
Chewable 50 mg. tablets - - 2 3 4 5 6 8 tabs
Junior-strength 100 mg tablets - - - - 2 2 1/2 3 4 tabs
Adult 200 mg. tablets - - - - 1 1 1 1/2 2 tabs
    Note:
  • Ibuprofen 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
  • Ibuprofen infant drops come with a measuring syringe.
  • Don't use under 6 months of age (Reason: safety not established and doesn't have FDA approval.)

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