Ask the doctor which one is best for your child. These medicines also can help with pain from bumps, or soreness from a shot. Advil and Motrin are brand names for ibuprofen. Tylenol is one brand name for acetaminophen. Ibuprofen (eye-byoo-PROH-fin) help with fever and headaches or body aches. About pain and fever medicinesĪcetaminophen (uh-SET-tuh-MIN-uh-fin) and Be sure to tell the doctor if your child has any side effects. May or may not have side effects with any medicine. Even if a medicine is safe, your child may be allergic to it. Your child throws up a lot or gets a rash after taking any medicine. If your child has any problems when taking a medicine. What to tell your child's doctor or pharmacist How should I get rid of the leftover medicine? How can I learn more about this medicine?Īre there any other medicines that should not be given at the same time as this one? How much medicine do I give my child? When? For how long?Īre there any side effects from this medicine?
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Questions to askĬan you show me how to use this medicine? Talk with the doctor or pharmacistīefore you give your child any medicines, be sure you know how to use them. If you are not sure, ask your child's doctor.
If you do not know your child's weight, go by age.Ĭheck the label to make sure it is safe for children under age 6.
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