Pediatrics
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Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Trial
The safety of acetaminophen and ibuprofen among children younger than two years old.
Recently ibuprofen has been introduced as a nonprescription analgesic/antipyretic for use in children. ⋯ The risk of serious adverse clinical events among children <2 years old receiving short-term treatment with either acetaminophen or ibuprofen suspension was small and did not vary by choice of medication. These data do not provide any information on the safety of these medications when used for prolonged periods or when used together, regardless of duration.