Ibuprofen Use in Infants and Children

Minimum Approved Age

• The pediatric guidelines set the minimum approved age for ibuprofen at 6 months for any indication. [1][2]

Safety and Efficacy Evidence in Younger Infants

• No adequate safety or efficacy data exist for the use of ibuprofen in infants younger than 6 months, indicating that its use in this age group is not supported by current evidence. 1

Recommended Dosing for Children ≥ 6 Months

• For children 6 months and older, the standard dosing is 10 mg/kg per dose administered every 6–8 hours, with a maximum daily limit of 40 mg/kg. 1