Brufen Junior 100 mg/5 mL Suspension

Brufen Junior 100 mg/5 mL Suspension is an ibuprofen oral suspension used for relief of pain, fever, and inflammation. Each 5 mL contains 100 mg of ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). This child-friendly liquid form is designed for people who need a measured oral suspension rather than tablets or capsules. Brufen Junior 100 mg/5 mL Suspension may be used when a doctor wants an easily swallowed, dose-adjustable pain reliever.

How it works: Ibuprofen blocks substances in the body called prostaglandins, which help cause pain, swelling, and fever. As an oral suspension, Brufen Junior 100 mg/5 mL Suspension is shaken and measured before dosing so the medicine is evenly mixed and taken in a liquid form.

The 100 mg/5 mL strength is a liquid pediatric-style concentration that lets dosing be adjusted in small, practical amounts. Because this is a suspension, it can be easier to swallow and faster to measure than solid forms, which is why a doctor may choose Brufen Junior 100 mg/5 mL Suspension for patients who cannot take tablets or who need a lower, carefully measured dose. Since there are no other sibling strengths/forms listed here, this product should be used exactly as prescribed for the person and condition being treated.

• Pain relief
• Fever reduction
• Inflammation relief
• Minor aches and pains
• Doctor-directed pediatric pain control

• Shake Brufen Junior 100 mg/5 mL Suspension well before each dose so the medicine is evenly mixed.
• Measure the dose with an accurate oral syringe, dosing cup, or spoon designed for medicine.
• Take by mouth with or after food if it upsets the stomach.
• Do not guess the amount from a kitchen spoon.
• Use only as often as prescribed; spacing doses too closely can raise the risk of side effects.
• Follow the prescribed label directions for age, weight, and timing exactly.

Each 5 mL of Brufen Junior 100 mg/5 mL Suspension provides 100 mg of ibuprofen. The dose and how often it is taken depend on age, weight, and the reason for treatment; a doctor decides the exact schedule. In general, ibuprofen is taken every 6 to 8 hours as needed, and the total daily amount must not exceed the doctor’s instructions or the product label maximum for the patient.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ibuprofen may include:

• Upset stomach
• Nausea
• Heartburn
• Mild stomach pain
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• More stomach irritation if taken on an empty stomach

• Do not use if the patient has had an allergy to ibuprofen, aspirin, or other NSAIDs.
• Use caution in people with a history of stomach ulcer, bleeding, or gastrointestinal disease.
• Check with a doctor first if there is heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or liver disease.
• Avoid using with alcohol, which can increase stomach irritation and bleeding risk.
• Do not combine with other ibuprofen-containing products or other NSAIDs unless a clinician says to.
• Tell the prescriber if the patient is pregnant, especially in the third trimester.
• Use extra care in children; dosing should be based on the child’s weight and medical advice.

• Other NSAIDs such as naproxen or aspirin
• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• ACE inhibitors or ARBs for blood pressure
• Diuretics or water pills
• Lithium or methotrexate

Store Brufen Junior 100 mg/5 mL Suspension at room temperature, tightly closed, and protect it from excessive heat and moisture; shake before each use and keep out of reach of children.