Can a fourteen year old take ibuprofen tablet?

Answer 1

Safe dosing for ibuprofen is by body weight. The dose is:

10 mg per kg., but not to exceed 800 mg in a single dose

1 kg = 2.2 pounds. If a person weighs 110 pounds (50 kg) they could safely take 500 mg of Ibuprofen. If a person weighs 130 pounds (59 kg) they could safely take 590 mg of Ibuprofen.

Answer 2

It depends on why they are taking it but a safer drug to give to a 12 year old if Tylenol (Acetaminophen or Paracetamol). There is a risk your child can get Reye's Syndrome, under the right conditions, if given such a high dose of ibuprofen at such a young age. High doses of ibuprofen or other Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can also result in upset stomach and internal bleeding. Use caution and go with the safer alternative i mentioned above. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a more personalized information or advice.

Answer 3

yeaah , I'm fourteen .

and i take them when I'm sore or have a headache.

they are just like a Motrin pretty much.

:)

Answer 4

yes.

Answer 5

Yes