Description
This medicine is sold under the discretion of a Well Pharmacist.
You will be required to answer a few short questions to ensure this medicine is suitable for you.
Nurofen for Children Orange Oral Suspension 3 months to 9 years 100ml is a liquid ibuprofen suspension that provides pain and fever relief for babies and children. It provides fever relief that lasts for up to 8 hours and is available in both Strawberry and Orange flavours. For over 30 years, Nurofen has helped to provide millions of people with pain relief. We are experienced in Children’s fever & pain relief, and we are here to help. Nurofen for Children contains Ibuprofen which has anti-inflammatory properties and provides effective relief from fever and pain.
How to Use
For oral and short-term use only. Shake the bottle well before use. Use the syringe inside to measure the dose accurately.
Fever Caused by Immunisation:
Babies and children 3 months and over Weighing more than 5kg: One 2.5ml if necessary give second 2.5ml dose 6hrs later. Do not give more than 2 doses in a 24 hour period. If the fever is not reduced, consult your doctor.
Fever, Pain and Symptoms of Cold and Flu:
3 - 6 months Weighing over 5kg: One 2.5ml dose 3 times a day. Do not use for more than 24 hours.
If symptoms persist after 24 hours or worsen, consult your doctor.
6 - 12 months: One 2.5ml dose 3 or 4 times in 24 hrs 1 - 3 years: One 5ml dose 3 times in 24 hrs
4 - 6 years: One 7.5ml (5ml + 2.5ml) dose 3 times in 24 hrs
7 - 9 years: One 10ml (5ml + 5ml) dose 3 times in 24 hrs Doses should be given every 6 - 8 hours. Leave at least 4 hours between doses. Do not take more than the recommended dose in 24 hours.
For children above 6 months, if symptoms persist after 3 days or worsen, consult your doctor.
Warnings
DO NOT GIVE THIS PRODUCT IF YOUR CHILD: -Is under 3 months old or weighs less than 5kg -Has (or has had two or more episodes of) a stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding -Is allergic to ibuprofen or any other ingredient of the product, aspirin or other related painkillers -Is taking other NSAID painkillers, or aspirin with a daily dose above 75mg -Has a fructose intolerance. SPEAK TO YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE GIVING THIS PRODUCT IF THE CHILD: -Has or had asthma, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, a stroke, heart, liver, kidney or bowel problems or are dehydrated, or has chicken pox.
Ingredients
Each 5ml of Oral Suspension contains 100mg Ibuprofen, Also contains: Maltitol Liquid.
See leaflet for further information.
