What is children's advil?
Children's advil (nsaid) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication.Children's advil can be used to treat minor injuries, reduce fever, and relieve pain caused by a variety of conditions, including toothache, backache, arthritis, menstrual pain, and arthritis. Children's advil can be used by adults and children older than 6 months.This medication guide does not list all possible uses for children's advil.
Side effects of children's advil
If you experience symptoms of an allergic response (hives or difficulty breathing, swelling on your face or in your throat) or a severe reaction to the skin (fever or sore neck, burning or itching eyes, skin pain or blistering, or a red or purple rash with blistering or peeling), seek emergency medical attention.Should any of these symptoms appear, seek emergency medical help immediately.
If you are suffering from:
- Changes in your vision
- Shortness of breath even with mild exertion
- Swelling or rapid weight gain
- A skin rash is a rash on the skin, regardless of how mild it may be.
- Signs of stomach bleeding include bloody or tarry stool, vomiting that appears like coffee grounds and coughing up blood.
- Liver problems: nausea, upper stomach discomfort, itching and fatigue, flu-like symptoms, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-coloured stools, jaundice
- Low red blood cells, or anaemia, can cause pale skin, a feeling of being light-headed, shortness of breath, a rapid pulse rate, and difficulty concentrating.
- Kidney problems include: little or no urinating; painful or difficult urination; swelling of the feet or ankles; feeling tired or breathless.
Children's advil side effects may include:
- Nausea, vomiting, gas;
- Blood;
- Dizziness, headache.
There may be other side effects.call your physician if experiencing side effects; alternatively, the fda can be reached at 1-800-fda-1088 if reporting side effects is necessary.
Similar/related drugs
Aspirin, acetaminophen, prednisone, ibuprofen, tramadol, meloxicam, and naproxen
Warnings
Children's advil may increase your risk of a fatal stroke or heart attack. Children's advil should not be used before or after heart bypass surgery. This medication can also cause fatal stomach or intestinal bleeding.
Before you take this drug
Even if you have no risk factors, children's advil may increase your risk for a fatal heart attack or stroke. This medicine should not be used before or after a heart bypass (coronary arterial bypass graft, or cabg).Children's advil can also cause fatal stomach or intestinal bleeding. You may not be aware of these conditions if you use this medication, particularly if you are older.Children's advil should not be used if the child is allergic to it or if they have had severe allergic reactions or asthma attacks after taking an nsaid or aspirin.
Have you suffered from any of these issues:
- Heart condition, hypertension, high cholesterol, or diabetes;
- A heart attack, stroke, or blood clot
- Stomach ulcers or bleeding
- Liver or kidney disease
- Asthma
- If you are taking aspirin for heart attacks or stroke prevention,
Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you're pregnant or nursing.Do not take children's advil if you are pregnant unless you have been told to by your doctor. Nsaids can cause kidney or heart problems for the unborn child and other complications during pregnancy.Do not give children's advil without the doctor's advice to a baby younger than six months.
How to take children's advil?
Follow the directions on the label or those prescribed by your physician. Use the lowest effective dose to treat your condition.Overdosing on children's advil can cause damage to your stomach and intestines. For adults, the maximum amount is 800 milligrammes in each dose, or 3200mg per day.The dose of ibuprofen for a child is determined by the child's age and weight. Follow the instructions on the children's advil label for your child's age and weight. If you have any questions, ask a pharmacist or doctor.Take children's advil along with milk or food to reduce stomach upset.Before measuring a dose, shake the orally suspended liquid. Use the provided dosing device or a dose-measuring tool (not a spoon).The chewable tablet must be chewed before it can be swallowed.Store away from moisture or heat at room temperature. Don't allow liquid medicines to freeze.
What happens if i miss the dose?
Children's advil can be taken as needed. You may not have a schedule. If it is almost time to take your next dose, skip the missed dose. Never take two doses in one go.
What happens if i overdose?
Call the poison help line at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical care. Overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.
What should be avoided?
These medicines may contain similar ingredients to children's advil, such as aspirin or ketoprofen.Aspirin should only be taken if your doctor recommends it.Children's advil may reduce the effectiveness of aspirin in protecting your blood vessels and heart if you are also taking aspirin. Take this medication at least eight hours before (or 30 minutes after) you take non-enteric coated aspirin.Avoid alcohol. Alcohol can increase the risk of stomach bleeding.
Interaction with other drug
Before using children's advil, ask your doctor if you are taking an antidepressant. Certain antidepressants may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.
Before using children's advil in conjunction with other medications, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Cyclosporine;
- Lithium;
- Methotrexate;
- A blood thinner (warfarin; coumadin; jantoven);
- Heart or blood pressure medications, including diuretics or "water pills";
- Steroid medicine (such as prednisone).
This list is incomplete. Children's advil may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
