PRODUCT DETAIL

Composition

Nurofen for Children contains:

• Ibuprofen (active ingredient)
• Usually 100 mg/5 mL or 40 mg/mL depending on strength and country

It is a liquid oral suspension (syrup) designed for children and infants.

Uses / Indications

Used for pain, fever, and inflammation, including:

• Fever (including after vaccinations)
• Teething pain
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Earache
• Cold and flu symptoms
• Minor aches, sprains, and muscle pain

 It is both:

• Painkiller
• Anti-inflammatory (reduces swelling)

Direction of Use

• Given by mouth as a measured liquid dose
• Dose depends on child’s age and weight
• Usually repeated every 6–8 hours if needed
• Do not exceed maximum daily dose
• Short-term use only

Typical example dosing (varies by product strength):

• 3 months–1 year: small measured doses
• 1–3 years: slightly higher doses
• 4–12 years: weight-based dosing up to 3–4 times daily

Side Effects

Common:

• Stomach upset
• Nausea or vomiting
• Mild diarrhoea
• Dizziness

Less common but important:

• Stomach irritation or bleeding
• Asthma worsening in sensitive children
• Kidney strain (especially if dehydrated)
• Skin rash

Warnings / Precautions

• Give with food or milk to protect stomach
• Avoid if child is:
• Dehydrated
• Vomiting a lot
• Has stomach ulcers or bleeding history
• Do NOT combine with:
• Other ibuprofen or NSAIDs (e.g. Nurofen tablets, diclofenac)
• Use caution in:
• Asthma
• Kidney or heart problems
• Stop and seek medical help if symptoms worsen or fever persists

Drug Interactions

• Other NSAIDs → overdose risk
• Blood thinners → bleeding risk
• Steroids → increased stomach irritation
• Diuretics → kidney stress
• Some asthma medicines → interaction risk

Contraindications / Caution

Avoid if:

• Allergy to ibuprofen or NSAIDs
• History of stomach bleeding or ulcer
• Severe kidney, heart, or liver disease
• Last trimester of pregnancy (for older adolescents/adults)