🧴 Ibuprofen Oral Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (Pediatric Suspension)
📘 Description:
Ibuprofen 100 mg/5 mL oral liquid is a pediatric suspension formulation of the widely used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is commonly prescribed for children to relieve fever, pain, and inflammation.
🔬 Formulation:
- Active Ingredient: Ibuprofen
- Strength: 100 mg per 5 mL
- Dosage Form: Oral suspension
- Flavors: Often fruit-flavored (e.g., strawberry or orange)
- Packaging: Bottles with a measuring cap or syringe
🧪 Nature / Mechanism of Action:
- Belongs to the NSAID class
- Non-selective COX inhibitor
- ↓ Prostaglandin synthesis → ↓ pain, ↓ fever, ↓ inflammation
🩺 Indications / Uses in Children:
| Condition | Use |
|---|---|
| Fever | Antipyretic in infections or after vaccination |
| Pain relief | Mild to moderate pain (headache, toothache, earache, etc.) |
| Teething discomfort | Temporary relief in infants |
| Inflammation | In sore throat, minor injuries, or post-op cases |
| Juvenile arthritis | Short-term symptom management (under guidance) |
✅ Advantages:
- Child-friendly formulation
- Easy oral dosing with calibrated spoon/syringe
- Fast onset of action (~30 minutes)
- Longer duration than paracetamol (up to 6–8 hours)
- Reduces fever effectively even in high-grade cases
- Can be alternated with paracetamol in certain cases (under doctor advice)
⚠️ Precautions:
Use with caution or avoid in:
- Children <6 months (unless prescribed by doctor)
- History of gastric ulcers, asthma triggered by NSAIDs
- Kidney or liver impairment
- Dehydrated or vomiting child (↑ risk of kidney effects)
❌ Avoid:
- Giving with other NSAIDs
- Use in children with active bleeding disorders
- Doses exceeding frequency (usually every 6–8 hours)
📏 Pediatric Dosage Guide:
| Weight (kg) | Dose (mg) | Volume (mL) |
|---|---|---|
| 5–7 kg | 50 mg | 2.5 mL |
| 8–10 kg | 75 mg | 3.75 mL |
| 11–15 kg | 100 mg | 5 mL |
| 16–20 kg | 150 mg | 7.5 mL |
| 21–25 kg | 200 mg | 10 mL |
💡 Always dose based on body weight, not just age. Use only the dosing device provided.
📦 Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature (15–25°C)
- Shake well before each use
- Use within 2–3 months after opening
- Keep out of reach of children