Question 1

What is Nurofen for Children?

Accepted Answer

This orange flavour oral suspension is a delicious pain and fever relief medicine designed specifically to relieve pain and fever in children aged 3 months to 9 years old. Each pack contains a handy 5ml syringe for easy dosing.

Question 2

How will orange flavour Nurofen for Children help?

Accepted Answer

This orange flavour oral suspension is a liquid ibuprofen suspension that provides fast and effective relief from pain associated with sore throat, teething, toothache, earache, headaches and minor aches and pains in children aged 3 months to 9 years.

Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by blocking the production of prostaglandins - chemicals that cause pain and inflammation.

Question 3

Is this medicine safe for my child if they're taking other medicines?

Accepted Answer

Whether or not Nurofen for Children is safe for your child if they are taking other medicines depends on the other medicines they are taking.

Some medicines can interact with ibuprofen, and these interactions can be serious.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before giving Nurofen for Children to your child if they are taking any other medicines, including over-the-counter medicines, herbal supplements, and prescription medicines.

Some examples of medicines that can interact with ibuprofen include:

Other NSAIDs, such as aspirin, naproxen, and celecoxib

Blood thinners, such as warfarin and heparin

Lithium

Methotrexate

Corticosteroids, such as prednisone

Some diuretics, such as furosemide and spironolactone

Question 4

How do I give Nurofen for children to my child?

Accepted Answer

Shake the bottle well before use.

Use the measuring syringe provided to measure the correct dose.

Give your child the lowest dose that is effective.

Give the medicine to your child with or without food.

If your child has a sensitive stomach, you may want to give them the medicine with food.

Do not give Nurofen for Children to your child more often than every 6-8 hours.

Do not give Nurofen for Children to your child for more than 3 days without talking to your doctor.

If your child experiences any side effects, stop giving them Nurofen for Children and talk to your doctor.

If you have any questions or concerns about giving Nurofen for Children to your child, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Question 5

Can adults take this medicine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, adults can take Nurofen for Children oral suspension 3 months to 9 years 100mg/5ml. However, please note that Nurofen for Children is a lower strength formulation than Nurofen for adults. This is because children have smaller bodies and are more sensitive to ibuprofen.

The adult dose of Nurofen is 200-400mg every 4-6 hours, up to a maximum of 1200mg per day. One 5ml spoonful of Nurofen for Children contains 100mg of ibuprofen, so adults would need to take 2-4 spoonfuls every 4-6 hours.

Question 6

When should I not give Nurofen for Children to my child?

Accepted Answer

Nurofen for Children is not suitable for:

Children under 3 months of age

Children who are allergic to ibuprofen or other NSAIDs

Children with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding

Children with severe kidney disease or liver disease

Children who are taking other medicines that can interact with ibuprofen

If your child has any of these conditions, talk to your doctor before giving them Nurofen for Children.

NUROFEN FOR CHILDREN oral suspension 3 months to 9 years orange 100mg/5ml 100ml

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