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JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN vs MIDOL LIQUID GELS

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 8, 2026·How we rate

Rating

70/100
72/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL
$0.04 /mL

Type

RX
OTC

Active ingredient

IBUPROFEN
IBUPROFEN

Dosage forms

Tablet, chewable, Tablet
Capsule

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 1.8 to 2.0 hours
about 1.8 to 2.0 hours

Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis
Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis

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Where to buy

Buy over-the-counter from trusted retailers.

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Junior Strength Motrin or Midol Liquid Gels?

By our independent rating, Midol Liquid Gels scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.5 out of 5 for Junior Strength Motrin. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Junior Strength Motrin or Midol Liquid Gels?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.04 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Junior Strength Motrin and Midol Liquid Gels?

Both Junior Strength Motrin and Midol Liquid Gels share the active ingredient Ibuprofen, but Junior Strength Motrin is sold as RX and Midol Liquid Gels as OTC.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.