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Motrin overdose
Definition:
Poisoning from an overdose of ibuprofen.
Poisonous Ingredient:
Ibuprofen
Where Found:
  • Motrin
  • Advil
  • PediaProfen
  • Nuprin
  • Excedrin IB
  • Genpril
  • Midol 200
  • Pamprin IB
  • Rufen
  • Saleto 200 & 400
  • Trendar
  • Uni-Pro
  • Ibuprin
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Symptoms:


Home Treatment:

The standard procedure is to induce emesis (vomiting) unless the patient is unconscious or experiencing convulsions. Before inducing emesis, contact Poison Control for verification.

If instructed to induce emesis, the standard procedure is as follows:

  • Give the usual dose of ipecac syrup: 15 milliliters (ml) or 1 TABLEspoonful for children and 30 ml (2 TABLEspoonsful) for adults.
  • Follow with 1/2 glassful or 4 ounces (oz.) of water for children or 8 to 12 oz. of water for adults.
  • Repeat 1 more time in 1/2 hour if emesis has not occurred.

Sometimes gastric lavage may be used.

For overdoses greater than 200 mg./kg, activated charcoal may be the treatment choice.
Before Calling Emergency:
Determine the following:
  • The patient's age, weight, and condition
  • The name of the product (ingredients and strengths if known)
  • The time it was swallowed
  • The amount swallowed
  • If the medication was prescribed for the patient
Poison Control, or a local emergency number:
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.
What to expect at the emergency room:
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
  • Induce emesis.
  • Administer activated charcoal.
  • Administer a laxative.
  • Treat the symptoms.
Expectations (prognosis):
If the acidification of the blood can be neutralized and maintained near normal levels, recovery is likely.
Review Date: 12/12/2001
Reviewed By: Victoria Kennedy, RN, A.D.A.M. editorial.

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