Label: IBUPROFEN CHILDRENS- ibuprofen suspension

  • NDC Code(s): 63941-760-94, 63941-761-94, 63941-762-94
  • Packager: Best Choice (Valu Merchandisers Company)
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: Abbreviated New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated June 8, 2023

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  • Drug Facts

  • Active ingredient (in each 5 mL)

    Ibuprofen, USP 100 mg (NSAID)**
    **nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

  • Purpose

    Pain reliever/fever reducer

  • Uses

    temporarily:

    • relieves minor aches and pains due to the common cold, flu, sore throat, headache and toothache
    • reduces fever
       
  • Warnings

    Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin.
    Symptoms may include: 

    • hives                       
    • facial swelling
    • asthma (wheezing)  
    • shock
    • skin reddening         
    • rash
    • blisters              

    If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
    Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. 
    The chance is higher if your child:

    • has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
    • takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
    • takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
    • takes more or for a longer time than directed 

    Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.
    Sore throat warning: Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.

  • Do not use

    • if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
    • right before or after heart surgery
  • Ask a doctor before use if

    • stomach bleeding warning applies to your child
    • child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
    • child has problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
    • child has not been drinking fluids
    • child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
    • child has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, or had a stroke
    • child has asthma
    • child is taking a diuretic
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is

    • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition 
    • taking any other drug
  • When using this product

    • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if

    child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:

    • feels faint
    • vomits blood
    • has bloody or black stools 
    • has stomach pain that does not get better
    • child has symptoms of heart problems or stroke:
      • chest pain
      • trouble breathing
      • weakness in one part or side of body
      • slurred speech
      • leg swelling
    • the child does not get any relief within first day (24 hours) of treatment
    • fever or pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
    • redness or swelling is present in the painful area
    • any new symptoms appear
  • keep out of reach of children

    In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

  • Directions

    • this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
    • do not give more than directed
    • shake well before using
    • mL = milliliter
    • find the right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
    • use only enclosed dosing cup. Do not use any other dosing device.
    • if needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours
    • do not use more than 4 times a day
    • replace original bottle cap to main child resistance

    Dosing Chart

    Weight (lb)
    Age (yr)
    Dose (mL)*
    under 24
    under 2 years
    ask a doctor
    24-35 lbs
    2-3 years
    5 mL
     36-47 lbs
    4-5 years
     7.5 mL
    48-59 lbs
     6-8 years
    10 mL
    60-71 lbs
     9-10 years
     125 mL
    72-95 lbs
     11 years
    15 mL


    *or as directed by a doctor

  • Other information

    • each 5 mL contains: sodium 2 mg
    • store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
  • Inactive ingredients

    Grape: acesulfame potassium, artificial grape flavor, citric acid anhydrous, D&C red #33, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, glycerin, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized corn starch, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucrose, xanthan gum

    Original Berry: acesulfame potassium, citric acid anhydrous, D&C yellow #10, FD&C red #40, glycerin, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized corn starch, purified water, sodium benzoate, strawberry flavor, sucrose, xanthan gum

    Dye-Free Berry: acesulfame potassium, citric acid anhydrous, glycerin, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized corn starch, purified water, sodium benzoate, strawberry flavor, sucrose, xanthan gum

  • Questions or comments?

    Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

  • Principal display panel

    Compare to the active ingredient in Children's Motrin®†

    Children's Ibuprofen

    Oral Suspension (NSAID)

    100 mg per 5 mL

    Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

    • Alcohol Free

    For ages 2 to 11 years

    Lasta up to 8 hours

    Grape Flavor

    FL OZ (118 mL)

    Important: Read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information. This product is intended for use in children

    †This product is not manufactured or distributed by McNeil Consumer Healthcare, distributor of Children's Motrin®.

    TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED NECKBAND IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

    PROUDLY DISTRIBUTED BY:

    VALU MERCHANDISERS, CO.

    500 KANSAS AVE

     


  • Principal display panel

    COMPARE TO THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN CHILDREN'S MOTRIN®†

    For Ages 2 to 11 years

    Children's Ibuprofen

    Oral Suspension, USP (NSAID) 100 mg per 5 mL

    • Pain Reliever
    • Fever Reducer
    • Lasts up to 8 hours

    NON-STAINING DYE-FREE

    BERRY FLAVOR

    shake well

    Before Using

    Alcohol Free

    FL OZ (mL)

    Important: Read all product information before using. Keep this box for important. This product is intended for use in children.

    †This product is not manufactured or distributed by McNeil Consumer Healthcare, distributor of Children's Motrin®.

    TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED NECKBAND IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

    PROUDLY DISTRIBUTED BY:

    VALU MERCHANDISERS, CO.

    5000 KANSAS AVE

    KANSAS CITY, KS 66106

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    For Ages 2 to 11 years

    Best Choice®

    See New Warnings

    COMPARE TO THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN CHILDREN’S MOTRIN® BERRY

    Children’s Ibuprofen Oral Suspension, USP
    (NSAID)
    100 mg per 5 mL 

    ● Pain Reliever
    ● Fever Reducer
    ● Lasts up to 8 hours

    ORIGINAL BERRY FLAVOR

    Shake Well
    Before Using 

    Alcohol Free 

    4 FL OZ (118 mL)

  • Package label

    Ibuprofen, USP 100 mg (NSAID)** **nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

    BEST CHOICE Children's Ibuprofen Grape Flavor

  • Package label

    Ibuprofen, USP 100 mg (NSAID)** **nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

    BEST CHOICE Children's Ibuprofen

  • Package label

    Ibuprofen, USP 100 mg (NSAID)** **nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

    BEST CHOICE Children's Ibuprofen

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    IBUPROFEN  CHILDRENS
    ibuprofen suspension
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:63941-762
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM) IBUPROFEN100 mg  in 5 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    ACESULFAME POTASSIUM (UNII: 23OV73Q5G9)  
    ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (UNII: XF417D3PSL)  
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    POLYSORBATE 80 (UNII: 6OZP39ZG8H)  
    STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SODIUM BENZOATE (UNII: OJ245FE5EU)  
    SUCROSE (UNII: C151H8M554)  
    XANTHAN GUM (UNII: TTV12P4NEE)  
    D&C RED NO. 33 (UNII: 9DBA0SBB0L)  
    FD&C BLUE NO. 1 (UNII: H3R47K3TBD)  
    FD&C RED NO. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorpurpleScore    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorGRAPEImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:63941-762-941 in 1 CARTON12/26/2017
    1118 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA07491612/26/2017
    IBUPROFEN  CHILDRENS
    ibuprofen suspension
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:63941-760
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM) IBUPROFEN100 mg  in 5 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    ACESULFAME POTASSIUM (UNII: 23OV73Q5G9)  
    ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (UNII: XF417D3PSL)  
    D&C YELLOW NO. 10 (UNII: 35SW5USQ3G)  
    FD&C RED NO. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA)  
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    POLYSORBATE 80 (UNII: 6OZP39ZG8H)  
    STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SODIUM BENZOATE (UNII: OJ245FE5EU)  
    SUCROSE (UNII: C151H8M554)  
    XANTHAN GUM (UNII: TTV12P4NEE)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColororangeScore    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorSTRAWBERRYImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:63941-760-941 in 1 CARTON01/25/2019
    1118 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA07491601/25/2019
    IBUPROFEN  CHILDRENS
    ibuprofen suspension
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:63941-761
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    IBUPROFEN (UNII: WK2XYI10QM) (IBUPROFEN - UNII:WK2XYI10QM) IBUPROFEN100 mg  in 5 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    ACESULFAME POTASSIUM (UNII: 23OV73Q5G9)  
    ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (UNII: XF417D3PSL)  
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    POLYSORBATE 80 (UNII: 6OZP39ZG8H)  
    STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SODIUM BENZOATE (UNII: OJ245FE5EU)  
    SUCROSE (UNII: C151H8M554)  
    XANTHAN GUM (UNII: TTV12P4NEE)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorwhiteScore    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorSTRAWBERRYImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:63941-761-941 in 1 CARTON02/13/2019
    1118 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA07491602/13/2019
    Labeler - Best Choice (Valu Merchandisers Company) (868703513)