{"product_id":"nurofen-for-children-strawberry-200mg-5ml-double-strength-100ml","title":"Nurofen for Children Strawberry 200mg\/5ml Double Strength - 100ml","description":"\n                    \u003ch2 id=\"description-heading-1\"\u003eWhat is Nurofen for Children aged 7 – 12?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNurofen for Children is a pain relief medication designed for children aged 7 – 12. It’s twice the strength of other Nurofen for Children formulas, making it ideal for older children who need higher doses of pain relief than little ones, but don’t want to take more medicine. This product comes in delicious strawberry and orange flavours and includes a handy measuring spoon that will make getting the right dose a simple task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"description-heading-2\"\u003eWhich aches and pains can this medicine be used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNurofen for Children is an ideal remedy for lots of different aches and pains that children can experience every day. Some of the most popular reasons why parents choose Nurofen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscular pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadache\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDental pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFever or high temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold and flu symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRheumatic pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"description-heading-3\"\u003eHow will Nurofen for Children help to ease my child’s pain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNurofen for Children contains 200mg of the active ingredient ibuprofen in each 5ml of syrup. Ibuprofen is one of a group of medicines called NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), which means it helps to ease pain by changing how your body responds to it. This helps to reduce pain and inflammation, while also helping to bring down a fever or high temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"description-heading-4\"\u003eHow to take this medicine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore use, shake the bottle well. Measure out the correct amount of Nurofen for Children onto the measuring spoon provided and give to your child. Wash the spoon and replace the cap on the bottle after each use. The amount of medicine you will need to give them will differ depending on their age:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren aged 7 – 9: One 5ml dose up to 3 times a day. Leave at least 4 hours between each dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren aged 10 – 12: One 7.5ml dose up to 3 times a day. Leave at least 4 hours between each dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"description-heading-5\"\u003eCan I give this product to my child if they’re taking other medications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before giving Nurofen for Children to your child if they’re taking any other medication. This especially applies if your child is taking:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnticoagulants, also known as blood thinners, e.g. aspirin, warfarin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedicines to reduce high blood pressure, e.g. ACE-inhibitors, beta-blockers, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther NSAIDs, including COX-2 inhibitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigoxin, which is used to treat heart insufficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlucocorticoids, which contain cortisone or cortisone-like ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-platelet medicines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAspirin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhenytoin, which is used to treat epilepsy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSRIs, which are used for depression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLithium, which is used for depression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProbenecid and sulfinpyrazones, which are used for gout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedicines for high blood pressure or water tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium sparing diuretics, e.g. amiloride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethotrexate, which is used to treat cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTacrolimus or cyclosporine, which are immunosuppressive medications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZidovudine, which is used to treat HIV or AIDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSulfonylureas, which are used for diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuinolone antibiotics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoriconazole or fluconazole, which are used for fungal infections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaclofen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRitonavir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAminoglycosides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I give Nurofen to my child if they’re also taking Calpol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalpol products usually contain paracetamol, while Nurofen for Children contains ibuprofen. As these products use different active ingredients, your child may be able to take them together. However, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before giving this combination of medicines to your child, as it may not be suitable for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"description-heading-6\"\u003eCan adults take Nurofen for Children?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults can take Nurofen for Children, but a remedy designed for adults may be more suitable for you. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist and only take this product if they give you the go ahead. Read the patient information leaflet included with this product carefully before use as there are additional warnings that adults should consider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should this product \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e be used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Nurofen for Children product is not suitable for children who are younger than 7 or weigh less than 20kg (3.14 stones\/44 pounds). Do not give this product to your child if they are allergic to ibuprofen, any other NSAID painkillers (e.g. aspirin), or any of the other listed ingredients. Do not give this product to your child if they have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEver suffered with shortness of breath, asthma, a runny nose, swelling of the face and\/or hands or hives after using aspirin oy any similar painkillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGastrointestinal bleeding or perforation related to the use of NSAID painkillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecurrent stomach\/duodenal ulcers or bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSevere liver or kidney failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSevere heart failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBleeding of the brain or other active bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnclarified blood-formation disturbances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSevere dehydration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChickenpox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if your child:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas hereditary blood formation disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuffers from coagulation disturbances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas skin diseases, e.g. systemic lupus erythematosus or SLE, mixed connective tissue disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas or has ever had high blood pressure or heart failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas reduced kidney function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas liver disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs taking any medications which could increase the risk of ulceration or bleeding e.g. oral corticosteroids, blood thinners, SSRIs, aspirin, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs taking any other NSAID, e.g. COX-2 inhibitors such as celecoxib\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas ever has asthma or allergic diseases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas hayfever, nasal polyps, or chronic obstructive respiratory disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave just had major surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs dehydrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Nurofen for Children have any side effects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all medications, Nurofen for children can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. If your child experiences any of the following symptoms, stop use and seek immediate medical help:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntestinal bleeding, showing symptoms such as severe abdomen (tummy) pain, black tarry stools, vomiting blood or dark particles which look like coffee grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymptoms of severe allergic reaction, e.g. worsening of asthma, wheezing, shortness of breath, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, difficulty breathing, racing heart, drop in blood pressure leading to shock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSevere skin reactions, e.g. rashes covering the whole body, peeling, flaking, blistering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA severe skin reaction called DRESS, showing symptoms including skin rash, fever, swelling of lymph nodes, increase of eosinophils (a type of white blood cells)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther side effects include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStomach and intestinal complaints, e.g. acid burn, stomach pain, nausea, indigestion, diarrhoea, vomiting, flatulence, constipation, slight blood losses in stomach and\/or bowel which may cause anaemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGastrointestinal ulcers, perforation or bleeding, inflammation in the mouth with ulceration, worsening of existing bowel disease, such as colitis or Crohn’s disease, gastritis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadache, dizziness, sleeplessness, agitation, irritability, tiredness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual disturbances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin rashes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHives and itching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a complete list of potential side effects of this product, please see the patient information leaflet included with this product. If you experience these or any other side effects while using this product, stop use and speak to your doctor or pharmacist. For more information about the side effects of medication, please see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk\/\"\u003eMHRA’s Yellow Card Scheme\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to store this product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place which is below 25 degrees C. Do not use this product if the expiry date printed on the original packaging has passed. Once opened use within 6 months. Keep out of sight and reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.nhs.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore all medicines out of sight and reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        ","brand":"AudleyPharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50185805496658,"sku":"SKU_1738260182639_426","price":8.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0907\/6614\/7922\/files\/7468886_t1.jpg?v=1738260185","url":"https:\/\/audleypharmacy.co.uk\/products\/nurofen-for-children-strawberry-200mg-5ml-double-strength-100ml","provider":"AudleyPharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}