Nurofen For Children 200 mg per 5 ml Oral suspension.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 24 January 2025
Clinical Summary
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Indication
Pain and fever in children aged 7 to 12 years.
Dosage (summary)
200 mg (5 ml) for 7-9 years, 300 mg (7.5 ml) for 10-12 years, 3 times daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 15 mins, Duration: up to 8 hours
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in third trimester; low risk during breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Aspirin
- Anticoagulants
- Diuretics
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to ibuprofen
- Active gastrointestinal bleeding
- Severe renal failure
- Severe hepatic failure
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal complaints
- Nausea
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Take with food for sensitive stomachs
- Monitor for signs of infection
- Consult if symptoms persist after 3 days
Serious warnings
- Risk of gastrointestinal bleeding
- Serious skin reactions
- Cardiovascular events
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