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MOTRIN®

Convenient relief in kid-friendly flavors

Parents appreciate that MOTRIN® comes in a range of convenient forms—such as drops, liquid, and chewables—and flavors like berry, bubblegum, grape, and more. Recommend MOTRIN®—the #1 pediatrician-recommended brand of ibuprofen—for relief from pain or fever.1

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Dosage for infants and children

Guide proper dosage for MOTRIN® pediatric products with pediatric dosage charts.

Remind parents and caregivers to always read and follow the product label.

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  • Infants’ MOTRIN® Concentrated Drops Dosage

    • DOSE: Every 6 to 8 hours as needed. DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN 4 DOSES IN 24 HOURS. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.

      Available in:

      berry icon dye-free icon

      Infants Motrin Concentrated Drops Dosage

      Active ingredient: ibuprofen (NSAID)* 50 mg (in each 1.25 mL)

      mL = milliliter

      *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

      Weight & Age

      Dose

      12-17 lbs | 6-11 months

      1.25mL

      1.25ml syringe

      18-23 lbs | 12-23 months

      1.875 mL

      1.875 ml Syringe
  • Children’s MOTRIN® Oral Suspension Dosage

    • DOSE: Every 6 to 8 hours as needed. DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN 4 DOSES IN 24 HOURS. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.

      Available in:

      grape icon bubblegum icon berry icon dye-free icon

      Childrens Motrin Oral Suspension Dosage Image

      Active ingredient: ibuprofen (NSAID)* 100 mg (in each 5 mL)

      mL = milliliter

      *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

      Weight & Age

      Dose

      24-35 lbs | 2-3 years

      5 mL

      5 ml icon

      36-47 lbs | 4-5 years

      7.5 mL

      7.5 ml icon

      48-59 lbs | 6-8 years

      10 mL

      10 ml icon

      60-71 lbs | 9-10 years

      12.5 mL

      12.5 ml icon

      72-95 lbs | 11 years

      15 mL

      15 ml icon
  • Children’s MOTRIN® Chewables Dosage

    • DOSE: Chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing. Repeat every 6 to 8 hours as needed. DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN 4 DOSES IN 24 HOURS. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.

      Available in:

      grape icon dye-free icon

      Children Motrin Chewables Dosage Image

      Active ingredient: ibuprofen (NSAID)* 100 mg (in each chewable tablet)

      mL = milliliter

      *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

      Weight & Age

      Dose

      24-35 lbs | 2-3 years

      1 tablet

      1 tablet

      36-47 lbs | 4-5 years

      1 ½ tablets

      1 ½ tablets

      48-59 lbs | 6-8 years

      2 tablets

      2 tablets

      60-71 lbs | 9-10 years

      2 ½ tablets

      2 ½ tablets

      72-95 lbs | 11 years

      3 tablets

      3 tablets

      IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE
      • Always read and follow the label on all MOTRIN® products.
      • Repeat dose every 6-8 hours as needed.
      • Do NOT give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
      • Use only the dosage device (syringe or dosage cup) that came with the product.
          Do not use any other dosage device.

  • MOTRIN® IB Caplets Dosage

    • DOSE: 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist; if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used. Do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor.

      Motrin IB Caplets Dosage Image

      Active ingredient: ibuprofen (NSAID)* 200 mg (in each caplet)

      mL = milliliter

      *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

      Weight & Age

      Dose

      Adults and children
      12 years and older

      200 mg

      200mg caplet

      IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE
      • Always read and follow the label on all MOTRIN® products.
      • Repeat dose every 4-6 hours as needed.
      • Do NOT give more than 6 caplets in 24 hours.

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When fever is high, keep parent concerns low
Nothing works faster or lasts longer on high fever*

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Effective for pain associated with cold & flu
Fast, long-lasting symptom relief

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For minor aches & pains
Provide up to 8 hours of relief

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*Among over-the-counter brands.

REFERENCE: 1. Data on file. Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division. Fort Washington, PA; 2016.