Motrin Dosage Charts for Infants and Children
Medically reviewed by J. Stewart, BPharm. Last updated on Nov 29, 2018.
Use these dosage guides for infants and children younger than 12 years old.
Motrin (Ibuprofen) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for the temporary relief of:
- fever
- minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, headache, sore throat and toothache.
Always read the label on the bottle and follow the directions for use carefully before giving a dose.
Do not use if carton is opened or if carton tape or bottle wrap imprinted "SAFETY SEAL®" is broken or missing
Motrin is used in adults and children who are at least 6 months old.
Infants’ Motrin Dosage
Infants’ MOTRIN Drops (ibuprofen 50 mg in 1.25 mL)
- Use only enclosed syringe specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
- Shake well before using.
- Find the right dose on the chart below. Use the child's weight for dose. If the child's weight is not available, use the child's age.
- Dispense liquid slowly into the child's mouth, toward the inner cheek
- If needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours, do not use more than 4 times a day.
| Weight | Age | Dose |
|---|---|---|
| under 6 months | ask a doctor | |
| 12 lbs - 17 lbs | 6 months - 11 months | 1.25 mL |
| 18 lbs - 23 lbs | 12 months - 23 months | 1.875 mL |
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or as directed by a doctor |
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DO NOT USE: this medicine right before or after heart surgery.
DO NOT USE: if your child is allergic to ibuprofen, or if they have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID.
FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS and more detailed information, please see Infants' Motrin Drops Product Label.
IN CASE OF OVERDOSE, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center on 1-800-222-1222 right away. Urgent medical attention is required even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Children's Motrin Dosage
Children's MOTRIN Oral Suspension (ibuprofen 100 mg in 5 mL)
- Use only enclosed dosing cup, do not use any other dosing device.
- Shake well before using.
- Find the right dose on the chart below. Use the child's weight for dose. If the child's weight is not available, use the child's age.
- If needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours, do not use more than 4 times a day.
| Weight | Age | Dose |
|---|---|---|
| under 24 lbs | under 2 years | ask a doctor |
| 24 lbs - 35 lbs | 2 years - 3 years | 5 mL |
| 36 lbs - 47 lbs | 4 years - 5 years | 7.5 mL |
| 48 lbs - 59 lbs | 6 years - 8 years | 10 mL |
| 60 lbs - 71 lbs | 9 years - 10 years | 12.5 mL |
| 72 lbs - 95 lbs | 11 years | 15 mL |
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or as directed by a doctor |
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DO NOT USE: this medicine right before or after heart surgery.
DO NOT USE: if your child is allergic to ibuprofen, or if they have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID.
FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS and more detailed information, please see Children's MOTRIN Oral Suspension Product Label.
IN CASE OF OVERDOSE, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center on 1-800-222-1222 right away. Urgent medical attention is required even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
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