JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN vs VIVLODEX

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 16, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. JUNIOR STRENGTH MOTRIN and VIVLODEX 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	VIVLODEX
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	$0.04 /mL	~$0.56 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	IBUPROFEN	MELOXICAM
Manufacturer	Kenvue Brands	Iceutica Operations
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 15 to 20 hours
Treats	Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis

junior strength motrin vivlodex

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL

~$0.56 /30

Type

Active ingredient

IBUPROFEN

MELOXICAM

Manufacturer

Kenvue Brands

Iceutica Operations

Dosage forms

Tablet, chewable, Tablet

Capsule

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 1.8 to 2.0 hours

about 15 to 20 hours

Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Junior Strength Motrin and Vivlodex?

Junior Strength Motrin contains Ibuprofen, while Vivlodex contains Meloxicam — 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.