Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin)
Action - nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that reduces inflammation and fever; analgesic
Indications - mild pain or fever, muscle aches
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity
Route: PO
SEs - nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, bleeding, allergic reactions
Interactions - Do not take with aspirin
Dose - 200 to 400 mg every 4 - 6 hours; dose based on weight in children
Administration concerns - do not take for pain caused by trauma, weight more important than age in children