Merrill is the trade name and its generic name is Ibuprofen Suspension Drops, which is generally recommended to be taken at 1.25 ml per dose for babies aged 8 months, as prescribed by the doctor.
Ibuprofen Drops is mainly indicated for the relief of fever and many kinds of pains caused by colds and influenza, such as mild headache, toothache, sore throat, etc. in the infant and child groups. A dose of 1.25 ml per oral dose is generally recommended for 8-month-olds weighing between 5.5 and 8.0 kg, and the medication may be repeated every 6 to 8 hours if necessary, but should not be given more than four times every 24 hours.
The drug should be contraindicated in persons who are allergic to the product, in persons who can induce various allergic reactions with the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, in persons who have a previous history of gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation induced by this type of drug, in persons who have a history of active peptic ulcers/bleeding and in persons who present with severe heart failure.
Adverse reactions to the drug are rare and include mild gastrointestinal discomfort, elevated transaminases, headache, rash, tinnitus, gastrointestinal bleeding, and worsening of ulcers. Specific medication regarding this drug should be administered under the guidance of a specialist physician and the supervision of parents, and should not be used without authorization.
When an 8-month-old baby becomes unwell, it is recommended to seek prompt medical attention for evaluation and management by a specialist.