Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules
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Contains Ibuprofen
INFORMATION FOR THE USER
| Read all of ttiis leaflet carefully because it jcontains important information for you. This jmedicine is available without prescription.
_____! However, you still need to use Nurofen Express
£00mg Liquid Capsules carefully to get the best results (tom them.
Keep this leaflet. You may want to read it again.
If you have any further questions after you have read it, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
You must contuct a doctor If your symptoms worsen or do not Improve after 3 days for children und adolescents between 12 und 18 yearn and after 10 days for adults.
If any side effects get serious, or it you notice any side effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
|1. What Nuroton Express 200mg Liquid Capsules are i and what they are used tor [2, Before you take Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid i Capsules
|3. How to take Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid
i Capsules
[4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid | Capsules
6. Further Information
llhe active ingredient (which mokes the medicine work) js Ibuprofen. It belongs to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs provide relief by changing the body's response to pain, swelling, and high temperature.
Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules are used for the relief of:
j« Headaches and migraine pain * Denial pain and neuralgia !« Period pain
<• Rheumatic, muscular and back pain j* Feverishness and symptoms of cold and flu.
Do not take Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules if you:
are allergic to ibuprofen or any of the other ingredients (see section 6) or to aspirin or other painkillers
have (or have had two or more episodes of) o stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding have had a worsening of asthma, skin rash, itchy runny nose or facial swelling when previously taking ibuprofen, aspirin or similar medicines
• have had gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation when previously taking NSAIDs (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
• are taking other NSAID painkillers or more than 75mg aspirin a day
• have severe liver or kidney problems
• have heart problems, high blood pressure or blood coagulation disorder.
• have breathing difficulties
• are in the last 3 months of pregnancy
• are under 12 years old.
Check with your pharmudst or your doctor before taking this product If you:
• have or have had asthma
• have kidney, heart, liver or bowel problems
• have high cholesterol or previously have had a heart attack or stroke
• have o history of gastrointestinal disease (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease)
• have Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (a condition of the immune system causing joint pain skin changes and other organ disorders)
• are a smoker
• are in the first 6 months of pregnancy.
Taking other medicines
To reduce the risk of side effects, do not take this product with other NSAID containing products (e.g, aspirin, ibuprofen...)
Some medicines may affect or be affected by treatment with ibuprofen.
Avoid taking this product with corticosteroid tablets, quinolone antibiotics or drugs that are prescribed:
• to thin your blood or prevent clotting (e.g, warfarin),
• to stimulate your heart (e.g, glycosides) or treat high blood pressure,
• to help you passing water (diuretics),
• for the temporary suppression of your immune system (e.g, methotrexate, ciclosporine, tacrolimus)
• for mania or depression (e.g., Lithium or SSRIs)
• for piegancy termination (e.g., mifepristone)
• for HIV treatment (e.g., zidovudine).
Speak to your pharmacist or doctor before taking Ibuprofen with other medicines Other warnings
• Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules belongs to a group of medicines which may impair fertility in women. This is reversible on stopping the medicine.
It is unlikely that Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules, used occasionally will affect your chances of becoming pregnant. However, tell your doctor before taking this medicine if you have problems becoming pregnant.
• Medicines such as Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid _ Capsujes may be assocjaled with a small _
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Increased risk ofhearfaftack or stroke. Any nsk faeces (stooTs/motions); Back fairy stools, vorriilingl
i is more likely witti high doses or prolonged | treatment. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
» If you have heart problems, previous stroke or I think that you might be at risk of these conditions
1 (for example if you have high blood pressure,
! diabetes, or high cholesterol or are a smoker), you 1 should discuss your treatment with your doctor or ! pharmacist.
(• there is a risk of renal impairment in dehydrated ! children and adolescents.
Pregnancy and breast feeding
bo not take in the last 3 months at pregnancy or if you jare breastfeeding.
Speak to your doctor if you are in the first 6 months at pregnancy.
Important information about some of the ingredients Of Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules
this medicine contains
|» 50.5 mg of sorbitol per dose, a source of 12.6 mg i of fructose per dose. If you have been told by your | doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, i contact your doctor before taking this medicinal | product
i» Ponceau 4R (E124) which may cause allergic | reactions.
» this medicine contains 14 mg potassium per | capsule. To be taken into consideration by patients ' with reduced kidney function or patients on a | controlled potassium diet.
blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds.
• signs of serious allergic reaction such as:
- difficulties in breathing or unexplained wheezing
- dizziness or faster heartbeat,
- severe skin reaction (rashes, itchiness, peeling, flaking or blistering)
- swelling of your face or throat Tell your doctor If you experience:
• fever, flu-like symptoms, sore throat, mouth ulcers, headache, a stiff neck, vomiting, unexplained bleeding and bruising, severe exhaustion.
• indigestion, stomach or abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, flatulence or if you teel sick, chest pain or tost, irregular heart beat.
• liver and kidney problems associated with swelling in your arms and tegs.
Medicines such as Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack ("myocardial infarction") or stroke. (See Section 2 "Other warnings'.)
It any of the side effects gels serious, or it you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting of side effects
It you get any side effects, talk to your doctor,
pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side
effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side
effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at:
By reporting side effects, you can help provide more
information on the safely of this medicine.
[This product is for short term use only. You should lake the lowest dose tor the shortest time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
Adults, the elderly and children & adolescents (between 12 and 18 years:
take I or 2 capsules with water, up to three times a |day as required. Leave at least four hours belween doses. Do not take more than 6 capsules in 24 hours. |Do not give to children under 12 yearn.
In children and adolescents belween 12 and 18 years:
If in children and adolescents this medicinal product is (required for more than 3 days, or if symptoms worsen a doctor should be consulted, jin adults:
Do not take for longer than 10 days unless your jdoclor tells you to. If symptoms persist or the pain or fever worsen, or if any new symptoms occur, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you take more Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid (Capsules than you should, you may feel drowsy or nauseous. You should seek immediate medical advice jin the event of an overdose, even it you feel well.
(If you forgot to take Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Cnpsules.
pimply refer to the directions above on how to lake the medicine and do not take more than is advised.
Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use after the expiry date slated on the carton alter EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not store above 25° C. Store in the original pack.
STOP TAKING the medicine and seek immediate (medical help if you develop:
» sjgns ot I ntestl na I bleedhig such as: bright red_
Each capsule contains the active ingredients Ibuprofen 200mg.
They also contain: Macrogol 600, Potassium hydroxide 50% solution (E525), Gelatin, Soibitol Liquid, Partially Dehydrated (E420), Purified Water, Ponceau 4R (El 24), Lecithin (E322) or Phosphatidylcholine in Medium Chain Triglycerides, Triglycerides (medium chain). Ethanol, White ink (Titanium Dioxide (El 71), Polyvinyl Acetate Phthalale, Macrogol 400, Ammonium hydroxide (E527), Propylene Glycol).
Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules are available in packs of 10,12,16,18,20,24,
28,30,32,36,48,96 in blister strips.
Not all pack sizes will be marketed.
Licence Holder: Reckilt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd, Slough, SL14AQ.
Manufacturer: Reckilt Benckiser Healthcare International Lid, NG90 2DB.
Product licence number: PL 00063/0654 .Date of LevisioD: _March_20 T_5_ _
RB177261