Nurofen 256mg Caplets Pack of 16

Description

This product is limited to 1 pack per order

Patient Information Leaflet

Description

Nurofen Pain Relief 256mg Tablets provides faster, more effective pain relief than standard paracetamol.

• Effective pain relief
• Contains ibuprofen
• Provides up to 8 hours of relief, from mild to moderate pain with 400 mg dose
• Relieves: headaches, tension headaches, migraines, back pain, muscular and rheumatic pain, body aches and pain, inflammation, dental pain, period pain, cold and flu symptoms, fever

Directions

Read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.

For oral administration and short term use only.

Adults, the elderly and children and adolescents between 12 and 18 years: Swallow 1 – 2 caplets with water up to three times a day as required. Leave at least 4 hours between doses.

Do not take more than 6 caplets in any 24 hour period.

Do not give to children under 12 years of age.

Children and adolescents between 12 and 18 years: if the product is required for more than 3 days, or if symptoms worsen, a doctor should be consulted.

Adults: If product is required for more than 10 days, or if symptoms worsen a doctor should be consulted.

Warnings

Do not take more medicine than the label tells you to.

Speak to a pharmacist of doctor before taking if you:

• have or have had asthma, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, a stroke, lever, kidney or bowel problems or are dehydrated
• are a smoker
• are pregnant
• are on a restricted sodium intake

Do not take if you:

• have or have had two or more epsidoes of a stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding
• are allergic to ibuprofen or any other ingredient of the product, aspirin or other related painkillers
• are taking other NSAID painkillers, or aspirin with a daily dose above 75mg

Keep all medicines out the sight and reach of children.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.

Seek advice if you suffer from allergies.

Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Ingredients 

Sodium Ibuprofen 256mg (equivalent to Ibuprofen 200mg), Sodium and Sucrose.

Reporting side effects

For more information on potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Serious side effects

Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. For more information on potential serious side effects, please refer to the patient information leaflet.

Storage information

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Important information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or 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 https://www.nhs.uk

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.

Helpful Advice on Medication Restrictions & Addiction

If you are concerned about addiction to ‘over the counter’ medication, we urge you to visit the below links for professional help and advice:

NHS Help & Advice on Drug Addiction

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