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Ibuprofen

Common Brands

Listed below are some of the commonly used brands of this medication. Often stores will have their own brand, which may be less expensive. When choosing a medication, be sure to read the major ingredients carefully. Some products will contain multiple active ingredients which could lead to overdosing if you are using more than one product. If you have difficulty selecting a medication, consult your pharmacist.

Generic Name

Listed below is the generic, or major ingredient, name of this medication. Often stores will have their own brand, which may be less expensive. You can identify the medication by knowing the active ingredient of the medication. When choosing a medication, be sure to read the major ingredients carefully. Some products will contain multiple active ingredients which could lead to overdosing if you are using more than one product. If you have difficulty selecting a medication, consult your pharmacist.


Dosage Table for Ibuprofen

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 2½ 3 4 tabs
Adult 200 mg. tablets -- -- -- -- 1 1 1½ 2 tabs