Ipabron
Ipabron contains Ibuprofen, which belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). It works by reducing hormones that cause pain and inflammation in the body.
Dosage by Body Weight
Dosage is usually based on body weight and age. For pediatric suspension (100mg/5mL), the standard single dose is 5mg/kg to 10mg/kg. Do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours. Administer with or after food to minimize gastrointestinal side effects.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a healthcare professional. Safe use in infants under 3 months or weighing less than 5 kg is not established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mL (50 mg)
- Frequency
- Every 6 to 8 hours as needed
- Tracking Notes
- Maximum 3 times in 24 hours (150 mg/day).
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 3.75 mL (75 mg)
- Frequency
- Every 6 to 8 hours as needed
- Tracking Notes
- Maximum 3 to 4 times in 24 hours.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 5.0 mL (100 mg)
- Frequency
- Every 6 to 8 hours as needed
- Tracking Notes
- Maximum 3 to 4 times in 24 hours.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 7.5 mL (150 mg)
- Frequency
- Every 6 to 8 hours as needed
- Tracking Notes
- Maximum 3 to 4 times in 24 hours.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Consult a healthcare professional. Safe use in infants under 3 months or weighing less than 5 kg is not established. |
| 5-7 kg | 2.5 mL (50 mg) | Every 6 to 8 hours as needed | Maximum 3 times in 24 hours (150 mg/day). |
| 8-10 kg | 3.75 mL (75 mg) | Every 6 to 8 hours as needed | Maximum 3 to 4 times in 24 hours. |
| 11-15 kg | 5.0 mL (100 mg) | Every 6 to 8 hours as needed | Maximum 3 to 4 times in 24 hours. |
| 16-20 kg | 7.5 mL (150 mg) | Every 6 to 8 hours as needed | Maximum 3 to 4 times in 24 hours. |
Formulation
SuspensionTablet
Purpose
Relief of mild to moderate pain (such as headache, toothache, and muscular pain) and reduction of fever.
Generic Name
IbuprofenScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.