Motrin (Ibuprofen) Dosing for Children: Weight-Based Guide for 7-Year-Olds

Dose: 10 mg/kg per dose (range 5–10 mg/kg).
Max single dose: 400 mg (some sources 200 mg for OTC labels).
Frequency: Every 6–8 hours.
Max daily: 40 mg/kg/day (up to 1200 mg/day OTC; 2400 mg/day Rx).

Ibuprofen dosing is weight-based, not age-based. A 7-year-old's weight typically ranges 20–28 kg (44–62 lbs). Always confirm with a clinician.

Standard Pediatric Dosing

Use the dosing device provided (syringe/cup) – not kitchen spoons.
Do NOT alternate with acetaminophen without clinician direction.
Avoid if: dehydration, GI bleed, renal impairment, NSAID allergy, on anticoagulants.
Limit to 3 days (fever) or 5 days (pain) without medical review.

When in doubt, call your pediatrician or pharmacist. Weight-based precision prevents under/over-dosing.

Weight	Dose (10 mg/kg)	OTC Liquid (100 mg/5 mL)	OTC Chewable (100 mg)
20 kg (44 lb)	200 mg	10 mL (2 tsp)	2 tablets
25 kg (55 lb)	250 mg	12.5 mL (2.5 tsp)	2.5 tablets
30 kg (66 lb)	300 mg	15 mL (3 tsp)	3 tablets