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Get information on how to relieve tough pain and reduce fever with MOTRIN® products.

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Dosing Charts for Infants & Children

Use these charts to find the right dose of Infants’ MOTRIN® Suspension Drops or Children’s MOTRIN® Suspension for your child.

A few reminders:

  • When giving any medicine, always read and follow the label carefully.

  • If you’re looking for dosing information for a MOTRIN® product you have already purchased, make sure the product below is the same; otherwise, refer to the label for dosing information.

  • If possible, dose according to body weight.

  • Only use the dosing device provided with the medicine, and do not give more than directed.

  • If needed, a single dose may be repeated every 6-8 hours. But, do not use more than 4 times a day, unless directed by a doctor.

  • Shake well before using

DOSAGE TABLE FOR INFANTS' MOTRIN ® SUSPENSION DROPS 40 MG / ML

WEIGHT (LBS)

WEIGHT (KG)

AGE (MONTHS)

SINGLE ORAL DOSE

Under 12

Under 5.5

Under 4

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12 - 17

5.5 - 7.9

4 - 11

1.25 mL

18 - 23

8 - 10.9

12 - 23

1.875 mL

Please note that this content is not intended as professional medical or healthcare advice and is not intended as a substitute for professional healthcare advice, or services from a qualified healthcare provider such as a physician, pediatrician or other professional familiar with your unique situation. This content is intended solely as a general product and educational aid. If you have any questions, please consult your physician or pharmacist or Contact Us.

mL = millilitre tsp = teaspoonful

DOSAGE TABLE FOR CHILDREN'S MOTRIN® SUSPENSION 100 MG/5ML

WEIGHT (LBS)

WEIGHT (KG)

AGE (YEARS)

SINGLE ORAL DOSE

Under 24

Under 11

Under 2

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24 - 35

11 - 15.9

2 - 3 yrs

1 tsp or 5 mL

36 - 47

16 - 21.9

4 - 5 yrs

1 ½ tsp or 7.5 mL

48 - 59

22 - 26.9

6 - 8 yrs

2 tsp or 10 mL

60 - 71

27 - 31.9

9 - 10 yrs

2 ½ tsp or 12.5 mL

72 - 95

32 - 43.9

11 yrs

3 tsp or 15 mL

Please note that this content is not intended as professional medical or healthcare advice and is not intended as a substitute for professional healthcare advice, or services from a qualified healthcare provider such as a physician, pediatrician or other professional familiar with your unique situation. This content is intended solely as a general product and educational aid. If you have any questions, please consult your physician or pharmacist or Contact Us.

mL = millilitre tsp = teaspoonful

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