Description
Ibuprofen is one of a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs, which work by changing the body's response to pain, swelling and high temperature
- Do not give this medicine to children below the age of 12 years
- Pregnancy and breast-feedingIf you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine
- You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 10 days
DO NOT USE
- if you have had an allergic reaction to aspirin, Ibuprofen, any other NSAIDs or any of the ingredients (see section 6 for further information)
- if you have ever had a stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding
- if you have had a worsening of asthma, skin rash, itchy runny nose or facial swelling when previously taking ibuprofen, aspirin or similar medicines
- if you have had gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation when previously taking NSAIDs (Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs)
- if you are taking more than 75 mg Aspirin a day, if you are on low dose aspirin (up to 75 mg daily) speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you take this medicine
- if you have severe liver or kidney problems
- if you have heart problems, high blood pressure or blood coagulation disorder
- if you have breathing difficulties
Please ensure the user has read and understood all relevant information for managing their medical condition on NHS UK Conditions and understands the patient info leaflet (in particular sections 2, 3 and 4) before using this product. If unsure about anything this should be discussed with their GP before using the product.
Please read the Patient Information Leaflet for the full details.
