What are Nurofen Sinus & Blocked Nose Tablets?
Nurofen Sinus & Blocked Nose Tablets provide effective relief from nasal congestion and discomfort caused by cold and flu symptoms. It contains two active ingredients that work to relieve pain and congestion. This product can be used to treat a variety of cold and flu symptoms including, aches and pains, sore throats, headache and fever. The tablets are suitable for adults, the elderly and children over the age of 12. If you’re looking for an effective treatment for cold and flu symptoms, including nasal congestion, try Nurofen Sinus and Blocked Nose Tablets.
What is nasal congestion?
Nasal congestion causes your nose to feel stuffy or blocked. It is caused when the nasal passages become swollen and inflamed. When you’re experiencing nasal congestion you may find that it is a little more difficult to breathe through your nose than normal and that it is difficult to remove mucus from the nose. This congestion can cause increased pressure that can lead to headaches. Nasal congestion can be caused by viruses like cold and flu or allergies. If your nasal congestion is caused by cold or flu it should clear up within a couple of weeks and isn’t usually a cause for concern.
How can Nurofen Sinus and Blocked Nose help to relieve congestion?
Nurofen Sinus and Blocked Nose contains two active ingredients:
- Ibuprofen
- Phenylephrine hydrochloride
Ibuprofen is an effective painkiller that belongs to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It can help to treat a range of symptoms including:
- Aches and pains
- Sore throats
- Headache
- Swelling
- Fever
Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a nasal decongestant that reduces swelling in the passages of the nose. This can help to relieve nasal congestion and pressure which may cause a headache. Both ingredients work together to provide effective relief from symptoms of cold and flu, to help keep you going and relieve discomfort.
How to use this product
The tablets must be swallowed whole with water This product is suitable for adults, the elderly and children over the age of 12. Nurofen is for short-term use only and you should take the lowest dose for the shortest time necessary. Do NOT take this product for longer than 10 days.
Dose
Take two tablets up to 3 times a day. Leave at least 4 hours between doses and do NOT take more than 6 tablets in any 24 hour period.
When NOT to use Nurofen
Do NOT take this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if you:
- Have ever had a stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding
- Have had a worsening of asthma, skin rash, itchy or runny nose or facial swelling when previously taking ibuprofen, aspirin or similar medicines
- Have had gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation when previously taking NSAIDS
- Aretaking other NSAID painkillers
- ARe taking more than 75mg of aspirin a day - if you are on low-dose aspirin (up to 75mg daily, speak to your doctor or a Chemist4U pharmacist
- Have severe liver or kidney problems
- Have geart problems, high blood pressure or blood coagulation disorder
- Have breathing difficulties
- Have an overactive thyroid
- Are taking or have taken within the last 14 days a medicine called monoamine oxidase inhibitor
- Are in the last 3 months of pregnancy
- Are under 12 years old
- Have an enlarged prostate
Speak to your doctor BEFORE taking this product if you:
- Have or have had asthma
- Have kidney, heart, liver or bowel problems or are dehydrated
- Have high cholesterol or previously have had a heart attach or stroke
- Have a history of gastrointestinal disease
- Have Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Are a smoker
- Are in the first 6 months of pregnancy
- Have diabetes
- Have glaucoma
- Have a blood vessel disease, such as Raynaud’s phenomenon.
Can this product be taken with other medicines?
To reduce the risk of side effects, do NOT take this product with other NSAID containing products. Avoid taking this product with corticosteroids tablets quinnolone antibiotics or medicines that:
- Anti-coagulants
- To stimulate your heart
- To reduce high blood pressure
- To help you passing water
- For the temporary suppression of your immune system
- For mania or depression
- For pregnancy termination
- For HIV treatment
- Comprised of other sympathomimetic agents, such as decongestants
Can this product cause side effects?
Like all medicines, this product can cause side effects, although not everybody will experience them. Side effects may be minimised by taking the lowest dose for the shortest time necessary. If you experience any of the following at any time during your treatment discontinue use and seek immediate medical help:
- Signs of intestinal bleeding - bright red faeces, black tarry stools, vomiting blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds
- Signs of serious allergic reaction - difficulties breathing, unexplained wheezing, faster heartbeat, severe forms of skin reactions, swelling of the face, tongue or throat
- Signs of kidney problems - passing less or more urine, cloudy urine or blood in urine, pain in the back and/or swelling
- Signs of aseptic meningitis - neck stiffness, headache, feeling sick, fever or disorientation
- Signs of blood disorder - unexplained or unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, flu-like symptoms and severe exhaustion
- Signs of liver problems - stomach pain, nausea, jaundice or passing dark brown urine
- A severe skin reaction known as DRESS syndrome - skin rash, fever, swelling of lymph nodes and an increase of eosinophils
Always read the label before use.
Important Information
This 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 https://www.nhs.uk
If 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.
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.
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