FDA records indicate that there are no current recalls for this drug.
Are you a medical professional?
Trending Topics
Equate Ibuprofen Childrens Recall
Get an alert when a recall is issued.
Questions & Answers
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
- •
- hives
- •
- facial swelling
- •
- asthma (wheezing)
- •
- shock
- •
- skin reddening
- •
- rash
- •
- blisters
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if your child:
- •
- has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- •
- takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- •
- takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
- •
- takes more or for a longer time than directed
Sore throat warning: Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.
- •
- if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- •
- right before or after heart surgery
- •
- stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
- •
- child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- •
- child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- •
- child has not been drinking fluids
- •
- child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
- •
- child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
- •
- child has asthma
- •
- child is taking a diuretic
- •
- under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
- •
- taking any other drug
- •
- give with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
- •
- the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
- •
- child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
- •
- feels faint
- •
- vomits blood
- •
- has bloody or black stools
- •
- has stomach pain that does not get better
- •
- the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment
- •
- fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- •
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- •
- any new symptoms appear
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
- •
- if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- •
- right before or after heart surgery
- •
- stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
- •
- child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- •
- child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- •
- child has not been drinking fluids
- •
- child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
- •
- child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
- •
- child has asthma
- •
- child is taking a diuretic
- •
- under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
- •
- taking any other drug
- •
- child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
- •
- feels faint
- •
- vomits blood
- •
- has bloody or black stools
- •
- has stomach pain that does not get better
- •
- the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment
- •
- fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- •
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- •
- any new symptoms appear
Legal Issues
There is currently no legal information available for this drug.
FDA Safety Alerts
There are currently no FDA safety alerts available for this drug.
Manufacturer Warnings
There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.
FDA Labeling Changes
There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.
Uses
temporarily:
- •
- relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache
- •
- reduces fever
History
There is currently no drug history available for this drug.
Other Information
There are no additional details available for this product.
Sources
Equate Ibuprofen Childrens Manufacturers
-
Wal-mart Stores Inc
Equate Ibuprofen Childrens | Wal-mart Stores Inc
• this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use • do not give more than directed • shake well before using • find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. • use only enclosed measuring cup • if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours • do not use more than 4 times a day • replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance • wash dosage cup after each useDosing Chart
Weight (lbs)
Age (yrs)
Dose (teaspoonful or mL)
under 2 years
ask a doctor
24-35 lbs
2-3 years
1 tsp or 5 mL
36-47 lbs
4-5 years
1 ½ tsp or 7.5 mL
48-59 lbs
6-8 years
2 tsp or 10 mL
60-71 lbs
9-10 years
2 ½ tsp or 12.5 mL
72-95 lbs
11 years
3 tsp or 15 mL
-
Wal-mart Stores Inc
Equate Ibuprofen Childrens | Wal-mart Stores Inc
• this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use • do not give more than directed • shake well before using • find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. • use only enclosed measuring cup • if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours • do not use more than 4 times a day • replace original bottle cap to maintain child resistance • wash dosage cup after each useDosing Chart
Weight (lbs)
Age (yrs)
Dose (teaspoonful or mL)
under 2 years
ask a doctor
24-35 lbs
2-3 years
1 tsp or 5 mL
36-47 lbs
4-5 years
1 1/2 tsp or 7.5 mL
48-59 lbs
6-8 years
2 tsp or 10 mL
60-71 lbs
9-10 years
2 1/2 tsp or 12.5 mL
72-95 lbs
11 years
3 tsp or 15 mL
Login To Your Free Account