Advil Childrens Cold

Generic name:ibuprofen, pseudoephedrine hydrochloride
Dosage form: oral suspension
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 23, 2022.

DRUG FACTS

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS (IN EACH 5 ML TEASPOON)

Ibuprofen 100 mg (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Pseudoephedrine HCl 15 mg

PURPOSES

Fever reducer / Pain reliever

Nasal decongestant

USES

temporarily relieves these cold, sinus and flu symptoms:

• nasal and sinus congestion
• headache
• stuffy nose
• sore throat
• minor aches and pains
• 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

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 a doctor.

Do not use

• in a child under 2 years of age
• if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• right before or after heart surgery
• in a child who is taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if the child’s prescript...