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Ibuprofen 7+ 200mg/5ml Oral Suspension 100ml: Things you need to know
Ibuprofen 7+ 200mg/5ml Oral Suspension 100Ml
What is Ibuprofen 7+ 200mg/5ml Oral Suspension?
Ibuprofen Seven Plus Pain Relief Oral Suspension 200mg/5ml (Double Strength).
Each 5ml of oral suspension contains 200mg of Ibuprofen.
The active ingredient in this suspension is ibuprofen. Ibuprofen is part of a group of drugs known as NSAIDs, which stands for Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs. This means that ibuprofen is a painkiller that can also help to reduce inflammation and swelling and bring down fever or high temperatures.
They are allergic to any of the ingredients in this suspension
They have ever had a reaction after taking ibuprofen, aspirin, or any other NSAID medicines, e.g. asthma, runny nose, rash, swelling of face, tongue, lips, or throat
They are taking any other NSAID painkillers, or aspirin with a daily dose of more than 75mg
They have or have had stomach ulcers, perforations, or bleeding
They have severe heart, kidney, or liver failure
They have inherited problems coping with fructose/fruit sugar, as the body can make some fructose from the ingredient maltitol
They have a history of stomach bleeding or perforation after taking ibuprofen or other NSAIDs
Speak to your child's GP or Pharmacist before use if:
They are taking any other medication whether purchased or prescribed.
They have or have had high blood pressure, heart problems, or a stroke
They have a condition that may put them at risk of heart problems, e.g. diabetes, high cholesterol
They have asthma or any allergic disease of the lungs
They have or have had liver, kidney, or bowel problems
They are dehydrated
They have SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
They suffer from chronic inflammatory bowel disease, e.g. Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis
They have chicken pox
Do not use if your child is taking:
Any other Ibuprofen containing medicines
Serotonin reuptake inhibitors
Ciclosporin or Tacrolimus
Diuretics
Anticoagulants
high blood pressure
Lithium
Methotrexate
Zidovudine
Corticosteroids
Cardiac glycosides
Mifepristone
Quinolone antibiotics
Ingredients
The active ingredient is Ibuprofen
The other ingredients: Read packaging may differ depending on the brand being sent
How do I take Ibuprofen 7+ 200Mg/5Ml Oral Suspension?
Dosage:
Please note, this is twice the strength of normal ibuprofen suspension and you should be careful that you use the correct dose
Not to be taken with any other NSAID
Take it with food
7-9 years: ONE 5ml spoonful no more than THREE times a day
10-12 years: ONE and a half spoonfuls (7.5ml) no more than THREE times a day
What are the side effects of Ibuprofen 7+ 200Mg/5Ml Oral Suspension?
Side effects that you should report to your child's GP or health care professional as soon as possible are:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
severe stomach pain
signs and symptoms of bleeding such as bloody or black, tarry stools; red or dark-brown urine; spitting up blood or brown material that looks like coffee grounds; red spots on the skin; unusual bruising or bleeding from the eye, gums, or nose
signs and symptoms of a blood clot such as changes in vision; chest pain; severe, sudden headache; trouble speaking; sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg
unexplained weight gain or swelling
unusually weak or tired
yellowing of eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention unless they are persistent:
bruising
diarrhoea
dizziness, drowsiness
headache
nausea, vomiting
This list may not describe all possible side effects.
If you have any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.
If you have any severe side effects stop use immediately and seek medical assistance as soon as possible.
