Nurofen For Children is suitable for children aged three months up to nine years old. Older children should use a different Nurofen product as it will provide more effective pain relief.

Nurofen for Children is a safe and effective medicine for most children. However, it is important to read the patient information leaflet carefully before giving it to your child, and to follow the dosage instructions carefully.

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

Never give this medicine if your child takes other products containing ibuprofen or high amounts of aspirin. You should also avoid administering the medication if your child has a history of heart, kidney or liver failure or have issues with fructose.

If you need clarification on the medicine, please speak to a pharmacist or consult your local GP.

Shake the bottle before using the medicine and place the dosing syringe into the bottle. Once secure, turn the bottle upside down and follow the dosing instructions on the leaflet. Always adhere to the recommended daily amounts for young children.

The usual dosage of Nurofen for Children is 20mg/kg/day in divided doses. This means that the total dose of ibuprofen that your child should take in a day should be equal to 20mg per kilogram of their body weight. This dose can be given in 3 or 4 divided doses throughout the day.

For example, if your child weighs 10kg, they should take a total of 200mg of ibuprofen per day. This could be given as 5ml of Nurofen for Children suspension every 6 hours.

Do not give them this medication more frequently than every 6 hours.

Nurofen for Children should not be given to children who:

• Are allergic to ibuprofen or other NSAIDs
• Have asthma and have had a severe attack after taking ibuprofen or aspirin
• Have active stomach or duodenal ulcers
• Have severe kidney or liver disease
• Are taking warfarin or similar medicines to thin the blood
• Are taking aspirin at the same time (unless advised to do so by a doctor)
• Are less than 3 months old

Nurofen for Children should also be used with caution in children who:

• Have asthma
• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have heart failure
• Have high blood pressure
• Have lupus or a related condition
• Are dehydrated

If you are unsure whether Nurofen for Children is suitable for your child, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist.