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Nurofen for Children Orange Oral Suspension is an over-the-counter ibuprofen liquid containing 100mg of ibuprofen per 5ml, formulated for babies and children aged 3 months to 9 years to relieve pain and reduce fever, supplied in a 100ml bottle by Ways Pharmacy (UK).
Key facts
| Active ingredient | Ibuprofen 100mg per 5ml |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) |
| Format | Orange-flavoured oral suspension, sugar-free, with a dosing syringe |
| Pack size | 100ml bottle |
| Relieves | Fever (including after immunisation), teething, toothache, sore throat, headache, minor aches, and cold and flu symptoms |
| Age | Babies and children aged 3 months (over 5kg) to 9 years |
| Dosing | By age and weight, using the enclosed syringe — see leaflet |
| Sold by | Ways Pharmacy, UK (GPhC-registered) |
Who it is for
- Babies aged 3 months and over who weigh more than 5kg with a fever or pain
- Children up to 9 years with teething pain, toothache, sore throat or the aches of a cold or flu
- Children with a raised temperature after a routine vaccination
- Parents who want a sugar-free, measured-dose ibuprofen liquid
Not suitable for: babies under 3 months or under 5kg; children allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin or other NSAIDs; children with a stomach ulcer or bleeding problem; or children with chickenpox unless advised by a doctor. Speak to your pharmacist or doctor first if your child has asthma, kidney or liver problems, or is dehydrated. You must be 16 or over to buy this product.
How to use
- Read the patient information leaflet inside the pack and check the dose for your child's age and weight.
- Shake the bottle well before measuring each dose.
- Measure the exact dose using the enclosed oral syringe — do not use a kitchen spoon.
- Give a dose 3 times in 24 hours, leaving at least 4 to 8 hours between doses as stated in the leaflet. Do not exceed the stated dose.
- Give for the shortest time needed. If your child is under 6 months and symptoms last more than 24 hours, or for older children more than 3 days, or if they get worse, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Frequently asked questions
What age can take Nurofen for Children?
It is suitable for babies and children aged 3 months to 9 years who weigh more than 5kg. For babies aged 3 to 5 months, give a dose and see a doctor if symptoms last more than 24 hours. It is not suitable for babies under 3 months.
How much Nurofen for Children should I give?
The dose depends on your child's age and weight, so always follow the leaflet and use the enclosed syringe to measure it. Give no more than 3 doses in 24 hours and do not exceed the stated amount.
Can I give Nurofen and Calpol (paracetamol) together?
Ibuprofen and paracetamol can be used for a child if one alone is not controlling pain or fever, either together or alternated, but never give two products containing the same medicine. If you are unsure how to combine them, ask your pharmacist.
Is this Nurofen for Children sugar-free?
Yes, this orange-flavoured suspension is sugar-free. It should still be given only at the stated dose and for the shortest time needed.
Safety & storage
- Give with or after food where possible, and always measure the dose with the enclosed syringe.
- Do not give with any other ibuprofen or NSAID product, and do not exceed the stated dose.
- Stop and seek medical advice if your child has a rash, breathing problems, persistent vomiting, or signs of dehydration.
- For oral use only. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
- Do not store above 25 degrees Celsius, and keep out of the sight and reach of children.
References
This page provides factual information about an over-the-counter medicine for children. Always read the patient information leaflet and measure the dose by your child's age and weight before use. If symptoms persist or you are unsure, speak to a pharmacist. Suspected side effects can be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
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