Chemists' Own Children's Ibuprofen Pain & Fever 100mL

IBUPROFEN

DIRECTIONS FOR USE Fitted with Child Resistant Cap to open, push down and then anti clock wise. Make sure that after use that cap is locked by turning clockwise until lock engages with a click. Shake well before use. Use only the dosing syringe provided. Children 6 months - 12 months on medical advice only (8-10kg): 3-4mL. 1-3 years (10-14kg): 4-6mL. 3-5 years (14-18kgs): 6-7mL. 5-7 years (18-22kgs): 7-9mL. 7-9 years (22-28kgs): 9-11mL. 9-10 years (28-32kg): 11-12mL. 10-12 years (32-36kgs): 12-15mL. Repeat dose every 6-8 hours, if needed. This product is better tolerated with food or milk. IF YOU KNOW YOUR CHILD’S WEIGHT, CHOOSE THE DOSE FOR THAT WEIGHT RATHER THAN THE DOSE ACCORDING TO AGE. Children weighing over 41 kg should be dosed at 5-10mg/kg per dose up to maximum single dose of 400mg =20 mL, with a maximum dose of 1200mg = 60mL in 24 hours. Store Below 25ºC

Not to be used in infants under 6 months. Seek medical advice before giving this medication to infants aged 6-12 months. Do not give to children if they: • have a stomach ulcer or other stomach disorders, impaired kidney function or heart failure • have diarrhoea or vomiting • are allergic to aspirin, ibuprofen, anti-inflammatory medicines or other medicines used for pain relief • are allergic to hydroxybenzoate preservatives or sodium benzoate Unless advised by a doctor do not use: • With other medicines containing ibuprofen, aspirin or other anti-inflammatory medicines • If your child has asthma • If your child is taking other medicines regularly or other medicines for pain relief • For more than a few days at a time While using this medicine: • Use only as directed • Do not exceed the recommended dose. Excessive use can be harmful and increase the risk of heart attack, stroke or liver damage • If your child gets an allergic reaction, stop taking and see your doctor immediately • If symptoms persist for more than 3 days or fever worsens, consult your doctor • Do not use more than four times in 24 hours • Do not use if trying to become pregnant. Adults considering taking this product should note that it should not be used in the first 6 months of pregnancy, except on doctor’s advice and should not be used at all during the last 3 months of pregnancy. Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Incorrect use could be harmful.

Provides temporary relief of pain and discomfort associated with: Headaches, Teething, Earache , Muscle sprains, cold and flu symptoms. Reduces fever in babies and children from 6 months. It may also be used to reduce fever after childhood vaccinations.