For over 30 years, Nurofen has helped to provide millions of people with pain relief.
Nurofen for Children Oral Suspension 100ml is a liquid suspension containing ibuprofen. The anti-inflammatory properties in this medicine provide pain and fever relief for babies and children, lasting up to 8 hours. The liquid formula does not need to be taken with food or water.
Available in Strawberry and Orange flavours.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The most common side effect is irritation of the stomach which can cause problems such as indigestion and heartburn. Other side-effects may include diarrhoea, wind or constipation.
If your child experiences these or any other side effects while taking this medicine seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
If your child experiences any of the following, stop giving this medicine and tell your doctor immediately:
- Blood in the stools (faeces/motions)
- Black tarry stools
- Vomiting blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds
- Unexplained wheezing, asthma, shortness of breath
- Skin rash (which may be severe with blistering or peeling of the skin), itching or bruising, or severe skin reactions including Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Racing heart
Do not give your child this medicine if they are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.
Please read the patient information leaflet before using this medicine.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Please see
HERE for the Patient Information Leaflet
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