Nurofen for Children Forte Orange 40 mg/ ml, oral suspension, from 3 months to 12 years, 100 ml

Nurofen for Children Forte Orange 40 mg/ml, oral suspension, 100 ml

Nurofen for Children Forte Orange is an oral suspension suitable for infants from 3 months (≥5 kg) up to children 12 years (≤40 kg). The active ingredient is ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves pain, reduces fever, and has anti-inflammatory properties. The included syringe allows for precise dosing and easy administration directly into the child's mouth.

Indications

• Short-term treatment of fever
• Relief of mild to moderate pain

Composition

• Active substance: ibuprofen 40 mg/ml
• Other ingredients: citric acid monohydrate, sodium citrate, sodium chloride, sodium saccharin, polysorbate 80, domiphen bromide, liquid maltitol, glycerol, xanthan gum, orange flavor 2M16014 (modified starch, gum arabic, maltodextrin, natural and nature-identical flavoring substances), purified water

Action

Analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory.

Dosage

• 3–5 months (5–7.5 kg): 1.25 ml 3× daily (max 150 mg/day)
• 6–11 months (7–9 kg): 1.25 ml 3–4× daily (max 200 mg/day)
• 1–3 years (10–15 kg): 2.5 ml 3× daily (max 300 mg/day)
• 4–5 years (16–20 kg): 3.75 ml 3× daily (max 450 mg/day)
• 6–9 years (21–29 kg): 5 ml 3× daily (max 600 mg/day)
• 10–12 years (30–40 kg): 7.5 ml 3× daily (max 900 mg/day)

Shake well before use. Administer every 6–8 hours. Give with food if the child has a sensitive stomach. Not for children under 3 months or <5 kg. Consult a doctor if symptoms persist >3 days or worsen.

Contraindications

• Allergy to ibuprofen, NSAIDs, or excipients
• History of asthma, gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer, severe liver, kidney, or heart failure
• Active bleeding or blood clotting disorders
• Severe dehydration or last trimester of pregnancy

Side Effects

Common: stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, minor gastrointestinal bleeding.
Uncommon: ulcers, CNS disturbances (headache, dizziness, insomnia, irritability), skin rashes, hypersensitivity.
Rare/Very rare: kidney damage, liver dysfunction, severe skin reactions, cardiovascular events, serious allergic reactions, blood disorders.

Warnings and Precautions

• Consult a doctor if the child has heart, liver, kidney, blood, or gastrointestinal conditions
• Avoid in children with chickenpox
• Long-term use requires monitoring of liver, kidney, and blood parameters
• NSAIDs may mask infection symptoms
• Serious skin reactions may occur; discontinue if rash, blisters, or lesions appear

Interactions

Inform your doctor about all medicines including anticoagulants, antihypertensives, other NSAIDs, digoxin, glucocorticoids, antiplatelets, SSRIs, lithium, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone, methotrexate, immunosuppressants, zidovudine, sulfonylureas, quinolone antibiotics, voriconazole, fluconazole, baclofen, ritonavir, and other prescription or OTC medicines.

Pregnancy, Breastfeeding and Fertility

• Do not use in last trimester of pregnancy
• Use only in first 6 months if advised by a doctor
• Safe in breastfeeding at recommended doses for shortest duration
• May temporarily affect female fertility

Storage

Store below 25°C, out of reach of children.

Driving and Operating Machinery

Short-term use does not affect ability to drive or operate machinery.

Important Ingredient Information

• Contains liquid maltitol: may have slight laxative effect; caloric value 2.3 kcal/g
• Propylene glycol content negligible

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