Brand Name
Motrin
Common Name
ibuprofen
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 02238626 | INFANTS' MOTRIN SUSPENSION DROPS |
| 02242365 | CHILDREN'S MOTRIN SUSPENSION |
| 02240527 | JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN CAPLETS |
| 02247344 | JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN CHEWABLE TABLETS |
| 02247343 | CHILDREN'S MOTRIN CHEWABLE TABLETS |
| 02187124 | MOTRIN IB 200MG CAPLET |
| 01983873 | MOTRIN IB GELCAPS |
| 02186934 | MOTRIN IB 200MG TABLET |
| 02242632 | EXTRA STRENGTH MOTRIN IB |
| 02242658 | SUPER STRENGTH MOTRIN IB |
| 02324423 | MOTRIN COLD & SINUS PAIN |
| 02297582 | MOTRIN IB LIQUID GELS |
| 02317850 | SUPER STRENGTH MOTRIN 1B LIQUID GELS |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Ibuprofen belongs to the class of medications known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe
pain accompanied by inflammation. It can be used to relieve pain and inflammation
associated with rheumatoid arthritis
and osteoarthritis. It can also help
relieve pain from menstrual cramps, headaches,
muscular aches and pain, and dental pain. Ibuprofen can also relieve fevers.
In children under 12, ibuprofen is used for fever and pain due to colds,
sore throat, immunization, and earache.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the
ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this
with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to
your doctor.
How should I use this medication?
The recommended adult dose of ibuprofen for mild to moderate pain and inflammation
or menstrual cramps is 400 mg with food or milk, repeated as
required every four to six hours. The maximum daily dose is 2,400 mg.
For treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, the usual
starting dose is 1,200 mg daily with food or milk, divided into three
or four equal doses. The dose can be adjusted upward or downward depending
on the response, but the daily dose should not exceed 2,400 mg. Once the
best relief has been obtained, the dose is usually reduced to 800 mg to
1,200 mg daily with food or milk, taken in divided doses.
The dose of ibuprofen for children is based on body weight. Ibuprofen
pediatric suspension is often used for young children and for adults who have
difficulty swallowing tablets. Always shake the suspension well before using.
Acetaminophen should not be used at the same time as ibuprofen for relief of
fevers.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as
the severity of the condition, body weight, other medical conditions, and other
medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones
listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without
consulting your doctor.
It is very important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by
your doctor. A common side effect of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
such as ibuprofen is stomach upset. This can be minimized by taking the medication
immediately after a meal, or with food or milk. If you miss a dose of this medication,
take it as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the missed dose and carry on with your regular schedule. Do not take a
double dose to make up for a missed one.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
MOTRIN IB
Each white, sweet-coated biconvex tablet, with "Motrin IB" printed in black ink, contains ibuprofen 200 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, cornstarch, hypromellose, iron oxide black, polyethylene glycol, pregelatinized starch, propylene glycol, sodium cyclamate, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid and titanium dioxide. Gluten-, lactose-, paraben-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.
Extra Strength MOTRIN IB
Each solid, light orange coloured, round, biconvex, sweet-coated tablet, with "MOTRIN 300 mg" printed in black ink, contains ibuprofen 300 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, cornstarch, FD&C Yellow no. 6, hypromellose, iron oxide black, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, sodium cyclamate, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid and titanium dioxide. Gluten- and lactose-free.
Super Strength MOTRIN IB
Each solid, orange coloured, round, biconvex, sweet-coated tablet, with "MOTRIN 400 mg" printed in black ink, contains ibuprofen 400 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, cornstarch, FD&C Yellow No. 6, hypromellose, iron oxide black, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, sodium cyclamate, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid and titanium dioxide. Gluten- and lactose-free.
Children's Chewable Tablets (Grape)
Each round, purple tablet having a grape odour, debossed with ''MO'' and ''50'' on one side and scored on the other side, contains ibuprofen 50 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid, D&C Red No. 7 calcium lake, D&C Red No. 30 aluminum lake, FD&C Blue No.1 aluminum lake, flavour, fumaric acid, hydroxyethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium starch glycolate. Energy: 3.9 kJ (0.93 kcal). Sodium: 0 mmol (0 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite-, sucrose- and tartrazine-free.
Children's Chewable Tablets (Orange)
Each round, light orange tablet having an orange odour, debossed with "MO" and "50" on one side and scored on the other side, contains ibuprofen 50 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid, FD&C yellow no. 6 aluminum lake, flavour, fumaric acid, hydroxyethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium starch glycolate. Energy: 4.4 kJ (1,0 kcal). Sodium: <1 mmol (0.09 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite-, sucrose- and tartrazine-free.
Children's Suspension Liquid (Berry)
Each 5 mL of orange liquid suspension with a distinct berry odour contains ibuprofen 100 mg.
Nonmedicinal ingredients: acesulfame potassium, citric acid, D&C Yellow No. 10, FD&C Red No. 40, flavour, glycerin, hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose and xanthan gum. Energy: 34.7 kJ (8.3 kcal). Sodium: <1 mmol (1.6 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.
Children's Suspension Liquid (Bubblegum)
Each 5 mL of pink liquid suspension with a distinct bubblegum odour contains ibuprofen 100 mg.
Nonmedicinal ingredients: acesulfame potassium, citric acid, FD&C Red No. 40, flavour, glycerin, hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose and xanthan gum. Energy: 34.7 kJ (8.3 kcal). Sodium: <1 mmol (1.6 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.
Children's Suspension Liquid (Dye-Free)
Each 5 mL of white liquid suspension with a distinct berry odour contains ibuprofen 100 mg.
Nonmedicinal ingredients: acesulfame potassium, citric acid, flavour, glycerin, hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose and xanthan gum. Energy: 34.7 kJ (8.3 kcal). Sodium: <1 mmol (1.6 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.
Children's Suspension Liquid (Grape)
Each 5 mL of purple liquid suspension with a distinct grape odour contains ibuprofen 100 mg.
Nonmedicinal ingredients: acesulfame potassium, citric acid, D&C Red No. 33, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, flavour, glycerin, hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose and xanthan gum. Energy: 34.7 kJ (8.3 kcal). Sodium: <1 mmol (1.6 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.
Infants Suspension Drops (Berry)
Each mL of pink-coloured, berry-flavoured liquid suspension contains ibuprofen 40 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: citric acid, cornstarch, FD&C Red No. 40, flavour, glycerin, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucrose and xanthan gum. Energy: 7.1 kJ (1.7 kcal). Sodium: <1 mmol (0.32 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.
Infants Suspension Drops (Berry Dye-Free)
Each mL of white-coloured, berry-flavoured liquid suspension contains ibuprofen 40 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: citric acid, cornstarch, flavour, glycerin, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucrose and xanthan gum. Energy: 7.1 kJ (1.7 kcal). Sodium: <1 mmol (0.32 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.Junior Strength Chewable Tablets (Grape)
Each round, purple tablet having a grape odour, debossed with ''MO'' and ''100'' on one side and scored on the other side, contains ibuprofen 100 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid, D&C Red No. 7 calcium lake, D&C Red. No. 30 aluminum lake, FD&C Blue No. 1 aluminum lake, flavour, fumaric acid, hydroxyethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium starch glycolate. Energy: 7.8 kJ (1.87 kcal). Sodium: 0 mmol (0 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite-, sucrose- and tartrazine-free.
Junior Strength Chewable Tablets (Orange)
Each round, light orange tablet having an orange odour, debossed with ''MO'' and ''100'' on one side and scored on the other side, contains ibuprofen 100 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6 aluminum lake, flavour, fumaric acid, hydroxyethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium starch glycolate. Energy: 7.8 kJ (1.87 kcal). Sodium: 0 mmol (0 mg). Gluten-, lactose-, sulfite-, sucrose- and tartrazine-free.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
This medication should not be used by anyone who:
- currently has or recently had an inflammatory disease of the stomach and
intestines such as stomach or intestinal ulcer
or ulcerative colitis
- is currently taking other NSAIDs
- is or may be allergic to ibuprofen or any of the ingredients of the medication
- has had nasal polyps, bronchospastic reactivity to ASA, or an allergic reaction
to ASA or any other anti-inflammatory medications
- has systemic lupus erythematosus
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