JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN vs NALFON

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 12, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN and NALFON are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN	NALFON
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	$0.04 /mL	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	IBUPROFEN	FENOPROFEN CALCIUM
Manufacturer	Kenvue Brands	Dista
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	—
Treats	Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Pain

junior strength motrin nalfon

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL

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Type

Active ingredient

IBUPROFEN

FENOPROFEN CALCIUM

Manufacturer

Kenvue Brands

Dista

Dosage forms

Tablet, chewable, Tablet

Capsule

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 1.8 to 2.0 hours

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Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Pain

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Junior Strength Motrin and Nalfon?

Junior Strength Motrin contains Ibuprofen, while Nalfon contains Fenoprofen Calcium — they have different active ingredients.

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.