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" What is\u00A0Nurofen for children used for? Nurofen for children\u00A0contains children&amp;#039;s doses of ibuprofen. It\u00A0can be given to children for the following reasons:  Relieving mild to moderate pain such as headache, toothache, teething pain, sore throat, earache, sprains and strains. Reducing a high temperature (fever). Relieving aches, pains, fever and general discomfort associated with colds\u00A0and\u00A0flu\u00A0or\u00A0following childhood vaccinations.  How does\u00A0Nurofen for children work? Nurofen for children contains the active ingredient ibuprofen, which is a type of medicine called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).\u00A0 NSAIDs like ibuprofen work\u00A0by blocking the production of prostaglandins by an enzyme\u00A0in the body called cyclo-oxygenase (COX). Prostaglandins\u00A0are produced\u00A0in response to injury and certain diseases and conditions. They\u00A0cause pain, swelling and inflammation. By blocking their production,\u00A0NSAIDs like ibuprofen help\u00A0reduce\u00A0inflammation and pain.   Ibuprofen also reduces fever by reducing the production of prostaglandins. Fever is associated with an increase in prostaglandins in the brain, which\u00A0cause the body temperature to increase. By reducing prostaglandins in the brain, ibuprofen helps\u00A0lower a high\u00A0temperature.   How do I give Nurofen for children?  Nurofen for children should preferably be given with or after food. Always follow the instructions given on the packaging of Nurofen for children products regarding how much of the medicine to give and how often to give it. This will depend on the product and the\u00A0age of your child. Each dose of Nurofen for children suspension should be measured using a measuring spoon or an oral syringe. Never use an ordinary teaspoon to measure a dose of ibuprofen. This is not accurate and can lead to your child being given too little or too much medicine. Bottles of Nurofen for children suspension should be shaken before measuring a dose. Nurofen for children singles should be massaged before opening to mix the suspension inside the sachet. Nurofen for children chewable capsules should be chewed before swallowing. Do not give Nurofen for children to your child\u00A0for more than three days without getting\u00A0medical advice from your doctor or pharmacist. For children under six months, get\u00A0medical advice\u00A0after 24 hours use if their symptoms persist.  What should I know before giving my child\u00A0Nurofen for children?\u00A0  Different preparations of Nurofen for children are suitable for children of different ages. Make sure you use the correct preparation and dose for your child.\u00A0 Do not exceed the dose stated in the information leaflet supplied with the medicine. Ibuprofen is generally well-tolerated and most people do not experience any side effects. The most common side effects are related to stomach irritation and include abdominal pain, indigestion and nausea. These can mainly be avoided by taking the ibuprofen with food. Rarely, serious side effects such as ulceration or bleeding of the stomach or intestines may occur. These are more likely with high doses and in elderly people. If your child experiences any sign of bleeding from the stomach or bowels after taking this medicine, such as vomiting blood and/or passing black/tarry/bloodstained stools, you should consult your doctor straight away. Very rarely, NSAIDS may cause serious blistering or peeling skin reactions (eg Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, exfoliative dermatitis). For this reason, you should stop using this medicine and consult your doctor if your child gets a skin rash or sores inside the mouth after taking this medicine.  If your child&amp;#039;s symptoms persist despite giving Nurofen for children, get medical advice from your doctor or pharmacist.  Who should not take\u00A0Nurofen for children?  Babies under three months of age or weighing less than five kilograms.\u00A0Nurofen for children chewable capsules are not suitable for children under seven years of age.\u00A0 Children who have had an\u00A0allergic reaction\u00A0such as an\u00A0asthma attack, itchy rash (urticaria), nasal inflammation (rhinitis) or swelling of the lips, tongue and throat (angioedema) after previously taking ibuprofen,\u00A0aspirin or other NSAIDs, eg diclofenac. Children with an active peptic ulcer or bleeding in the gut. Children who have had recurrent peptic ulcers or bleeding from the gut (two or more episodes).  Children who have ever experienced bleeding or perforation of the gut as a result of previous treatment with an NSAID. Children with severe heart failure,\u00A0kidney failure\u00A0or\u00A0liver failure. Children taking other NSAIDs, including COX-2 inhibitors (see end of factsheet for more details). Ibuprofen is not recommended for children with chickenpox.  Nurofen for children should not be used if your child is allergic to any of its ingredients.\u00A0If you feel your child has experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately. Who\u00A0should get medical advice before using\u00A0Nurofen for children?\u00A0  Children with a history of disorders affecting the stomach or intestines.  Children with inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn&amp;#039;s disease or ulcerative colitis. Children with kidney or liver\u00A0disease. Children who are dehydrated. Children with\u00A0heart failure\u00A0or\u00A0high blood pressure (hypertension). Children with blood clotting problems or taking anticoagulant medicines. Children with a history of asthma\u00A0or\u00A0allergies. Children with diseases affecting connective tissue, eg systemic lupus erythematosus.  What are the possible side effects of Nurofen for children? Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with short-term use of ibuprofen in non-prescription doses. Just because a side effect is stated here does not mean that all children using Nurofen for children\u00A0will experience that or any side effect. Uncommon  Feeling sick (nausea). Indigestion. Abdominal pain. Headache. Skin rashes.  Rare  Diarrhoea. Constipation. Vomiting. Wind (flatulence).  Very rare  Allergic reactions such as severe skin rashes, swelling of the lips, tongue and throat (angioedema) or breathing difficulties caused by\u00A0narrowing of the airways (bronchospasm). Get medical advice immediately if your child experiences\u00A0any of\u00A0these symptoms. Ulceration or bleeding in\u00A0the stomach or intestine.\u00A0See &amp;#039;what should I know&amp;#039;\u00A0above.  Kidney, liver or blood disorders. Retention of water in the body tissues (fluid retention), resulting in swelling (oedema).  Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you want any more information about the possible side effects of Nurofen for children. If you think your child has\u00A0experienced a side effect, did you know you can report this using the\u00A0yellow card website? Can I give\u00A0Nurofen for children with\u00A0other medicines? If your child is already taking any other medicines you should get advice from your pharmacist before giving them Nurofen for children as well.  Ibuprofen should not be used with painkilling doses of aspirin (above 75mg per day) or any other oral NSAID, (eg naproxen, diclofenac) as this increases the risk of side effects on the stomach and intestines. People taking selective inhibitors of COX-2 such as celecoxib or etoricoxib should not take ibuprofen for the same reason. There may be an increased risk of ulceration or bleeding in the gut if ibuprofen is taken with corticosteroids such as prednisolone. There may also be an increased risk of bleeding in the gut if ibuprofen is taken with other medicines that can increase the risk of bleeding, such as those below. If your child is taking one of these don&amp;#039;t give\u00A0them ibuprofen unless advised to by your doctor:  anti-blood-clotting (anticoagulant) medicines such as warfarin, dabigatran, apixaban, rivaroxaban, heparin and low molecular weight heparins such as enoxaparin  antiplatelet medicines to reduce the risk of blood clots or &amp;#039;thin the blood&amp;#039;, eg dipyridamole, clopidogrel, prasugrel, low-dose aspirin   erlotinib  ginko biloba (a herbal remedy) iloprost SSRI antidepressants, eg fluoxetine, paroxetine, citalopram   venlafaxine.  There may be an increased risk of side effects on the kidneys if ibuprofen is taken with any of the following medicines:  ACE inhibitors, eg enalapril  ciclosporin diuretics, eg furosemide   tacrolimus.  Ibuprofen may reduce the removal of the following medicines from the body and so may increase the\u00A0risk of side effects of these medicines:  digoxin lithium  methotrexate.  Ibuprofen may oppose the blood pressure lowering effects of certain medicines to treat high blood pressure, such as the following:   amlodipine ACE inhibitors such as captopril  beta-blockers such as atenolol.  If this medicine is used in combination with quinolone antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin or norfloxacin there may be an increased risk of seizures (fits). This may occur in people with or without a previous history of epilepsy or convulsions.  What other medicines contain\u00A0ibuprofen? Other brands of ibuprofen that are taken by mouth:   Anadin ibuprofen Anadin joint pain Anadin ultra   Arthrofen Brufen Calprofen   Cuprofen Cuprofen for children Feminax express   Fenbid spansules Feverfen Galprofen   Ibufem  Librofem Mandafen    Mandafen for children Nurofen Orbifen for children   Ibuprofen is also available as creams, gels and sprays that are applied to the skin to relieve muscle and joint pain:    Cuprofen gel Fenbid gel Ibugel   Ibuleve Ibumousse Ibuspray   Mentholatum ibuprofen gel Nurofen gel Phorpain gel   Proflex cream Radian B ibuprofen massage stick    Ibuprofen tablets, capsules, caplets and suspensions are also widely available without brand names, ie as the generic medicine.   The quantity and strength of ibuprofen supplied in the container or packet determines whether it is only available on prescription, or can be bought from pharmacies only, or from other retail outlets such as supermarkets and garages.  Medicines that contain ibuprofen in combination with other medicines are also widely available, for example cold and flu remedies and other painkillers. Last updated 26.04.2016 "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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