Advil Infants Concentrated Drops
Generic name:ibuprofen
Dosage form: suspension, drops
Drug class:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 1, 2020.
Active ingredient (in each 1.25 mL)
Ibuprofen 50 mg (NSAID)1
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- nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Fever reducer/Pain reliever
Uses
temporarily:
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- reduces fever
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- relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, headaches and toothaches
Warnings
Allergy alert
Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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- hives
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- facial swelling
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- asthma (wheezing)
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- shock
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- skin reddening
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- rash
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- 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 the child
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- has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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- takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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- takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
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- takes more or for a longer time than directed
Heart attack and stroke warning
NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.
Do not use
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- if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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- right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
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- stomach bleeding warning applies to the child
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- child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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- child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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- child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke
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- child has not been drinking fluids
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- child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
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- child is taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is
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