Motrin (Ibuprofen)
Age range: 6 months and older
Use: fevers or pain
Frequency: every 6-8 hours
It is dosed based on weight, see below for appropriate dosing. If you have questions, just give us a call!
Remember, dosing syringes are more accurate than other methods of measurement
Child 's Weight | Infant Drops | Liquid | Chewable | Junior | Adult Tablet 200 mg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12-17 lbs | 1.25 mL | 2.5 mL | ---- | ---- | ----- |
18-23 lbs | 1.875 mL | 4 mL | ---- | ---- | ---- |
24-35 lbs | 2.5 mL | 5 mL | 2 tabs | ---- | ---- |
36-47 lbs | 3.75 mL | 7.5 mL | 3 tabs | ---- | ---- |
48-59 lbs | 5 mL | 10 mL | 4 tabs | 2 tabs | 1 tab |
60-71 lbs | ---- | 12.5 mL | 5 tabs | 2.5 tabs | 1 tab |
72-95 lbs | ---- | 15 mL | 6 tabs | 3 tabs | 1.5 tab |
96+ lbs | ---- | 20 mL | 8 tabs | 4 tabs | 2 tabs |