Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc.)
Indications:
- Treatment of fever and pain.
Ibuprofén (Advil, Motrin)
Indicaciones:
- Tratamiento de fiebre y dolor.
Dosage Table
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc.) Dosage Table | |||||||||
Child's weight (pounds) | 12-17 | 18-23 | 24-35 | 36-47 | 48-59 | 60-71 | 72-95 | 96+ | lbs |
Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 ml | 1.25 | 1.875 | 2.5 | 3.75 | 5 | -- | -- | -- | ml |
Liquid 100 mg/ 1 teaspoon (tsp) | ½ | ¾ | 1 | 1½ | 2 | 2½ | 3 | 4 | tsp |
Liquid 100 mg/5 milliliters (ml) | 2.5 | 4 | 5 | 7.5 | 10 | 12.5 | 15 | 20 | ml |
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 |
La Tabla de Dosificación
Tabla de Dosis de Ibuprofén (Advil, Motrin) | |||||||||
El peso del niño(a) (libras) | 12-17 | 18-23 | 24-35 | 36-47 | 48-59 | 60-71 | 72-95 | 96+ | libras |
Gotas Infantiles 50 mg/1.25 ml | 1.25 | 1.875 | 2.5 | 3.75 | 5 | -- | -- | -- | ml |
Líquido 100 mg/5 ml (cucharidita) | ½ | ¾ | 1 | 1½ | 2 | 2½ | 3 | 4 | cucharidita |
Tabletas masticables 50 mg | -- | -- | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | tabletas |
Dosis pediátrica 100 mg tabletas | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2 | 2½ | 3 | 4 | tabletas |
Adulto 200 mg. tabletas | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1 | 1 | 1½ | 2 | tabletas |
Notes
Table Notes:
- AGE LIMIT: Don't use under 6 months of age unless directed by child's doctor. (Reason: safety not established and doesn't have FDA approval). Avoid multi-ingredient products in children under 6 years of age (FDA recommendations 1/2008).
- DOSAGE: Determine by finding child's weight in the top row of the dosage table.
- MEASURING the DOSAGE: Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons. If possible, use the syringe or dropper that comes with the medication. If not, medicine syringes are available at pharmacies. If you use a teaspoon, it should be a measuring spoon. Regular spoons are not reliable. Also, remember that 1 level teaspoon equals 5 ml and that ½ teaspoon equals 2.5 ml.
- IBUPROFEN DROPS: Ibuprofen infant drops come with a measuring syringe.
- FREQUENCY: Repeat every 6-8 hours as needed
- ADULT DOSAGE: 400 mg
- BRAND NAMES: Motrin, Advil, generic ibuprofen
Notas
Notas:
- PRECAUCIÓNES: No lo use en niños(as) menores de 6 meses de edad (Razón: no se ha establecido qué tan segura es y no tiene la aprobación del FDA.) Evita productos con ingredientes múltiples en niños menores de 6 años de edad. (Razón: Recomendación por el AAP 1/2008).
- DOSIS: Se determina encontrando el peso del niño(a) en la línea de arriba en la tabla de dosis.
- NOMBRES DE MARCA: Motrin, Advil, ibuprofén genérica
- DOSIS DE ADULTO: 400 mg
- FREQUENCIA: Repita cada 6-8 horas cuando sea necesario
- GOTAS de IBUPROFÉN: Las gotas infantiles de Ibuprofen vienen con una jeringuilla
- MEDIR la DOSIS: las jeringas y los goteros son más exactos que las cucharas pequeñas. Si es posible, utilice la jeringa o el gotero del medicamento. Si utiliza una cuchara pequeña debe ser una cuchara medidora. Las cucharas normales no son fiables. Además, recuerde que, 1 cuchara pequeña plana equivale a 5 ml y ½ de una cuchara pequeña equivale a 2.5 ml.
Disclaimer: This information is not intended to 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.
Copyright: Copyright 1994-2012 Barton D. Schmitt, M.D.
Author and Senior Reviewer: Barton D. Schmitt, M.D.
Last Revised: 8/13/2011
Content Set: Pediatric HouseCalls Symptom Checker
Version Year: 2012
Disclaimer: This information is not intended to 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.
Copyright: Copyright 1994-2012 Barton D. Schmitt, M.D.
Author and Senior Reviewer: Barton D. Schmitt, M.D.
Last Revised: 8/13/2011
Content Set: Pediatric HouseCalls Symptom Checker
Version Year: 2012
