Ibuprofen 100mg/5ml Suspension For Children

Most people take Junior Ibuprofen Suspension without any problems, but it can have side effects, like all medicines. To reduce the chance of side effects, especially in the elderly, use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time.

If your child gets any of the following at any time during the treatment STOP GIVING, and get medical help straight away: Allergic reactions: The following reactions may mean you are having an allergic reaction to this medicine:  asthma, worsening of asthma, unexplained wheezing or shortness of breath swelling of the face, lips, tongue and throat (causing difficulty in swallowing or breathing)  rapid heart rate, low blood pressure, collapse.  also, there may be skin reaction (including hives, rash and itching) – very rarely these can be severe with blistering and peeling skin Skin problems: • A severe skin reaction known as DRESS syndrome can occur.

Symptoms of DRESS include: skin rash, fever, swelling of lymph nodes and an increase of eosinophils (a type of white blood cells). • A red, scaly widespread rash with bumps under the skin and blisters mainly localized on the skin folds, trunk, and upper extremities accompanied by fever at the initiation of treatment (acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis). Stop using Junior Ibuprofen Suspension if you develop these symptoms and seek medical attention immediately. . Stomach and bowel problems including:  indigestion or heartburn  pains in their stomach (abdomen) or other abnormal stomach problemspass blood in their stools or motions  pass black tarry stools or motions  vomit any blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds  worsening of bowel problems (ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease) Blood disorders which can cause:  unexplained or unusual bruising or bleeding  sore throat or mouth ulcers  fever (high temperature)  extreme paleness or weakness and exhaustion Heart and circulation effects: Medicines such as Junior Ibuprofen Suspension may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction), high blood pressure, heart failure, swelling due to fluid build-up (oedema) or stroke. Other side effects that may occur include: Frequency not known  in exceptional cases, serious infections of the skin and soft tissues during chicken pox (varicella). Other stomach and intestine effects including:  diarrhoea, flatulence, constipation and vomiting. Mouth and throat effects: Ibuprofen liquid can cause a burning sensation, tingling or numbness in the mouth or throat for a short time after taking the medicine. Liver problems that might be indicated by yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) and/or pale coloured stools and dark urine Kidney problems that might be indicated by passing less or more urine than normal, cloudy urine, blood in the urine, pain in the back and/or swelling (particularly of the legs) – very rarely kidney failure Nervous system problems including headache and aseptic meningitis (which can have symptoms such as severe headache, stiff neck, disorientation, fever and eye sensitivity to light in those with existing auto-immune disorders such as lupus).

Reporting of side effects If you or your child get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine