Nurofen for Children Orange 3 Months to 12 Years is an oral Ibuprofen suspension for babies and children from 3 months of age. It is to be taken by the mouth. This formula is for the relief of mild to moderate pain and can reduce temperature (including fever caused by immunisation), relieve symptoms of cold and flu, teething, toothache, sore throats, ear ache, headache, minor aches, and sprains.
This product contains Ibuprofen.
For oral and short-term use only.
Shake the bottle well before use.
Use the syringe inside to measure the dose accurately.
3 months and over weighing more than 5kg: one 2.5ml dose. If necessary give second 2.5ml dose 6hrs later.
3-6 months weighing over 5kg: one 2.5ml dose 3 times a day.
6-12 months: one 2.5ml dose 3 or 4 times in 24 hours.
1-3 years: one 5ml dose 3 times in 24 hours.
4-6 years: one 7.5ml (5ml + 2.5ml) dose 3 times in 24 hours.
7-9 years: one 10ml (5ml + 5ml) dose 3 times in 24 hours.
10-12 years: one 15ml (5ml + 5ml + 5ml) dose 3 times in 24 hours.
Do not give more than 2 doses in a 24 hour period.
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.
Do not use for more than 24 hours.
If symptoms persist after 24 hours or worsen, consult your doctor.
For children above 6 months, if symptoms persist after 3 days or worsen, consult your doctor.
If the fever is not reduced, consult your doctor.
Read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.
Do not give this product if your baby or 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 in this 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 baby or child: has or had asthma, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, a stroke, heart, liver, kidney, or bowel problems, is dehydrated or has chicken pox. Medical advice is required before taking this product if the patient is: pregnant, trying to get pregnant, elderly, or is a smoker.
Ingredients: Each 5ml of oral Suspension contains 100mg Ibuprofen. Also contains: Maltitol Liquid.
