Nurofen Express 200mg Liquid Capsules
1.5mm
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INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you. this medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to use Nurofen
____i200mg Liquid Capsules carefully to get the
best results tram them.
jKeep this leaflet. You may want to read it again.
I you have any further questions after you have lead it, jask your doctor or pharmacist.
You must contact u doctor if your symptoms worsen or tfo not improve after 3 days for children and adolescents between 12 and 18 years and alter |10 days tor adults.
;lf any side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or iharmacist.
is product is called Nurofen 200mg Liquid Capsules pnd contains ibuprofen. It will be referred to as 'this medicine' in the rest at this leaflet.
)n this leaflet:
']. What this medicine is and what it is used for £. Before you take this medicine 3. How to take this medicine fc. How to store this medicine 6. Further Information
1. What this medicine is and what it is used lor
'The active ingredient (which makes the medicine work) !is Ibuprofen. It belongs to a group of medicines known ps non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). iNSAIDs provide relief by changing the body's response to bain, swelling, and high temperature.
This medicine is used tor the relief of:
;• Headaches and migraine pain
• Dental pain and neuralgia !• Period pain
• Rheumatic, muscular and back pain
!• Feverishness and symptoms of cold and flu.
2. Before taking ibis medicine
po not take this medicine 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) a 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
coagulation disorder.
• have breathing difficulties
• are in the last 3 months of pregnancy
• are under 12 years old.
• are allergic to peanut or soya as this product contains
Lecithin 1
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this
medicine 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 a 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 Other warnings
• This medicine belongs to a group of medicines which may impair fertility in women. This is reversible on stopping the medicine. It is unlikely that this medicine, used occasionally will affect your chances of becoming pregnant. However, tell your doctor before taking this medicine if you have problems becoming pregnant.
• Anti-inflammatory/pain-killer medicines such as ibuprofen may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack or stroke, particularly when used at high doses. Do not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment.
• You should discuss your treatment with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine it you:
- have heart problems including heart failure, angina (chest pain), or if you have had a heart attack, bypass surgery, peripheral artery disease (poor circulation in the legs or feet due to narrow or blocked arteries), or any kind of stroke (including 'mini-stroke' or transient ischaemic attack *TIA').
- have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, have a family history of heart disease or stroke, or if you are a smoker.
• There is a risk of renal impairment in dehydrated children and adolescents.
Taking other medicines
To reduce the risk of side effects, do not take this product with other NSAID containing products (e.g, aspirin, ibuprofen...)
This medicine may affect or be affected by some other medicines. For example:
Avoid taking this product with corticosteroid tablets, quinolone antibiotics or medicines that are: anti-coagulants (i.e. thin blood/prevent clotting e.g.
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• for mania or depression (e.g.. Lithium or SSRIs)
!• for pregancy termination (e.g., mifepristone)
» for HIV treatment (e.g., zidovudine)
&ome other medicines may also affect or be atteded
Sr the treatment at this medicine. You should erefbre always seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist before you use this medicine with other medicines.
pregnancy and breast feeding
Oo not take in the last 3 months of pregnancy or if you lare breastfeeding.
Speak to your doctor if you are in the first 6 months of (pregnancy.
Important information about some of the ingredients of this medicine
(This medicine contains
* 50.5 mg of sorbitol per dose, a source of 12.6 mg of ( fructose per dose, if you have been fold by your i doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars,
| contact your doctor before taking this medicine.
» Ponoeau 4R which may cause allergic reactions.
This product is tor short term use only. You should take (tie lowest dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
Adults, the elderly and children & adolescents between 12 and 18 yearn:
(Take 1 or 2 capsules with wafer, up to three times a day as required. Leave at least tour hours between doses.
Do not lake more than 6 capsules in 24 hours.
!)o not give to children under 12 years, n children and adolescents between 12 and 18 years: )f in children and adolescents this medicinal product is required for more than 3 days, or if symptoms worsen a (doctor should be consulted.
In adults:
do not take for longer than 10 days unless your doctor 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 of this medicine than you should, you
(nay feel drowsy or nauseous. You should seek immediate medical advice in the event of an overdose, (even if you feel well.
It you forget to lake this medicine, Simply refer to the directions above on how to take the medicine and do not lake more than is advised.
- difliculliesTn'bredihrngorunexpIdined'wheezing
- dizziness or taster heartbeat,
- severe skin reaction (rashes, itchiness, peeling, j flaking or blistering)
- swelling of your Idee or throat (
• signs of blood disorder resulting in unexplained or 1 unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, sore throat, ( mouth ulcers, flu-like symptoms and severe exhaustion
• signs of liver problems such as stomach pain, j
jaundice (yellowing of skin and whites of the eyes) i or passing dark brown urine (
Tell your doctor if you experience:
• fever, flu-like symptoms, sore throat, mouth ulcers, j
headache, a stiff neck, vomiting, unexplained bleeding and bruising, severe exhaustion. (
• indigestion, stomach or abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, flatulence or if you feel sick, ( chest pain or fast, irregular heart beat.
• liver and kidney problems associated with swelling ini
your arms and legs. ;
Medicines such as this one may be associated with a i small increased risk of heart attack ("myocardial ( infarction") or stroke. (See Section 2 'Other warnings'.) > If any of the side effects gels serious, or if you notice any ( side effects not listed in this leaflet, please fell your doctor or pharmacist. !
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effecls, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not j listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effecls i directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: (
www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard By reporting side effecls, you can help provide more ( information on the safely of this medicine._1
Keep nil medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use after the expiry dale staled on the carton after EXP. file 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 It you develop:
• signs of intestinal bleeding such as: blight red ( faeces (stools/motions), black tarry stools, vomiting 1 blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds. (• signs of serious allergic reaction such as:
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Each capsule contains the active ingredient Ibuprofen i 200mg. They also contain: Macrogol 600, Potassium j hydroxide 50% solution (E525), Gelatin, Sorbitol Liquid,' Partially Dehydrated (E420), Purified Water, Ponceau 4R! (E124), Lecithin (E322) or Phosphatidylcholine in 1 Medium Chain Triglycerides, Triglycerides (medium ( chain). Ethanol, White ink (iitanium Dioxide (E171), j Polyvinyl Acetate Phlhalale, Macrogol 400, Ammonium i hydroxide (E527), Propylene Glycol).
Ibis medicine is available in packs of 10,12,
16 in blister strips. Not all pack sizes will be marketed.
Licence Holder: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd, Slough, SL14AQ.
Manufacturer: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare International Lid, NG90 2DB.
PL 00063/0648.
Dale of revision: May 2016.