Question 1

What are Calprofen ibuprofen suspension sachets?

Accepted Answer

Calprofen Ibuprofen Suspension Sachets are a convenient and portable, sugar-free and colour-free solution for providing pain relief and fever reduction to children aged 3 months to 12 years.

Each sachet contains 100mg of ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), in a 5ml strawberry-flavoured oral suspension, providing rapid relief that starts working on fever in just 15 minutes and lasts for up to 8 hours.

Question 2

How will Calprofen ibuprofen suspension sachets help?

Accepted Answer

Calprofen sachets are designed to effectively combat a variety of symptoms, including:

Fever

Teething pain

Sore throat

Earache

Other aches and pains

The ibuprofen in Calprofen Suspension Sachets starts working on fever in as little as 15 minutes and provides relief for up to 8 hours. The formula is sugar-free and colour-free, making it a suitable choice for children with dietary restrictions or sensitivities.

Question 3

What are the ingredients in Calprofen ibuprofen suspension sachets?

Accepted Answer

Calprofen Ibuprofen Suspension Sachets contain the following ingredients:

Active ingredient: Ibuprofen 100mg per 5ml

Other ingredients:

Glycerol (E422)

Xanthan gum

Maltitol (E965)

Polysorbate 80

Saccharin sodium (E954)

Citric acid monohydrate

Sodium methylhydroxybenzoate (E219)

Sodium propylhydroxybenzoate (E217)

Purified water

Please note that this list may not be exhaustive and may vary depending on the specific product formulation. Always refer to the product packaging and patient information leaflet for the most accurate and up-to-date ingredient information.

Do not give this medicine to your child if they are allergic to any of the ingredients.

Question 4

What is the usual dosage for Calprofen ibuprofen suspension sachets?

Accepted Answer

The usual dosage for Calprofen 100mg 5ml ibuprofen suspension sachets depends on the child's age and weight.

For children aged 3 months (and weighing over 5kg): 2.5ml (half a sachet) up to three times in 24 hours. Do not give your child this medicine for more than 24 hours.

6 months to 1 year old: 2.5ml (half a sachet) three times in 24 hours.

For children aged 1 to 2 years: 2.5ml (half a sachet) three to four times in 24 hours.

For children aged 3 to 7 years: 5ml three to four times in 24 hours.

For children aged 8 to 12 years: 10ml three to four times in 24 hours.

Post immunisation fever relief: one 2.5ml (half a sachet), with a follow up of one more 2.5ml (half a sachet) 6 hours later. Do not give your child more than two doses in 24 hours. If their fever doesn't reduce, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

Question 5

Who is Calprofen ibuprofen suspension sachets suitable for?

Accepted Answer

Calprofen ibuprofen suspension sachets are generally suitable for children over the age of 3 months and weighing 5kg or more. However, it shouldn't be given to:

Children under 3 months of age or weighing less than 5kg

Children who are allergic to ibuprofen or any other ingredient of the product

Children who are taking other NSAID painkillers or aspirin or other related painkillers with a daily dose above 75mg

Children with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding, or have a stomach ulcer

Children who have or previously have had high blood pressure, heart problems, bowel problems, a stroke, or unexplained stomach pain

Children with severe kidney or liver problems

Children with asthma or other respiratory conditions

Children suffering with chronic inflammatory bowel disease, for example, Crohn's disease

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