Perrigo Ibuprofen Childrens Strawberry Flavour 200mg/5ml Oral Suspension - 100ml
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Buy Perrigo ibuprofen oral suspension
Perrigo ibuprofen oral suspension is a pain relief medication for children that can also help to bring down a high temperature. Suitable for children aged 7 and up, this medication is stronger than younger children’s liquid ibuprofen, providing more effective pain relief for their age. As well as this, the delicious strawberry flavour makes this product ideal for even the fussiest kids, making medicine time easier than ever.
How ibuprofen works
Ibuprofen is a type of medication called an NSAID, which means it works as an anti-inflammatory. It helps to reduce pain and inflammation while also bringing down a high temperature or fever. This makes it an ideal remedy for children who have a cold, a headache, or bumps and bruises.
Directions
The recommended doses of ibuprofen oral suspension are as follows:
- Children aged 7 – 9 years: One 5ml spoonful up to three times a day
- Children aged 10 – 12 years: One 5ml spoonful and one 2.5ml spoonful up to three times a day
Leave at least 4 hours between each dose and separate doses as evenly as possible throughout the day. Do not give more than 3 doses within 24 hours.
Side effects
Like all medications, ibuprofen oral suspension can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. The most common side effects include:
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Sleeplessness or insomnia
- Agitation or irritability
- Tiredness
For a complete list of potential side effects of this medication, please see the patient information leaflet included with your product.
Serious side effects
If you or your child experience any of the following serious side effects while taking this product, you should stop use and seek immediate medical attention from your doctor or local emergency services, if necessary:
- Blood in your poo, passing black, tarry poo, or vomiting blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds
- Unexplained wheezing, shortness of breath, a skin rash which may include blistering or peeling of the skin, itching, bruising, light-headedness, heart racing, and fluid retention
- Headaches, a stiff neck, nausea, vomiting, fever, and disorientation
- Swelling of the face
- Your child’s skin starts to turn red, or they develop a painful skin reaction, which may include blistering or skin peeling
- Unexplained stomach pain, indigestion, heartburn, feeling sick or vomiting
- Yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes
- A severe sore throat with a high fever or unexplained bruising, bleeding, and tiredness
Warnings
Do not use this product if you or your child are allergic to ibuprofen or any of the other listed ingredients. If your child is taking any other medication you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.
Age restrictions
Ibuprofen oral suspension is not suitable for use in children under the age of 7 or children who weigh less than 20kg or 44lbs.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
While this medication is meant for children, adults or adolescents who are taking this product should consider this advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking ibuprofen oral suspension. This product is not suitable for use during the last three months of your pregnancy.
Storage
Store 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. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
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