Description
Nurofen For Children 7-12 Years Strawberry, 100ml
Nurofen For Children 7–12 Years Strawberry is an ibuprofen oral suspension designed to relieve fever, headaches, sore throat, toothache, cold symptoms, and minor aches in children aged 7 to 12 years. Nurofen For Children 7–12 Years Strawberry, 100ml is an ibuprofen oral suspension specially formulated to relieve:
Fever
Headaches
Toothache
Earache
Sore throat
Cold and flu symptoms
Minor aches and pains
It is suitable for children aged 7 to 12 years and comes in a pleasant strawberry flavour for easier administration.
How Nurofen For Children Works
Nurofen contains ibuprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID):
Pain Relief Action → Helps reduce aches and discomfort
Fever Reduction → Lowers high temperature effectively
Anti-Inflammatory Effect → Helps reduce inflammation and swelling
Fast-Acting Liquid Formula → Easy absorption for quicker relief
Key Benefits
Helps reduce fever quickly
Relieves pain and discomfort in children
Supports relief from inflammation-related symptoms
Helps children feel more comfortable during illness
Easy-to-administer strawberry-flavoured formula
How to Use
Shake the bottle well before use
Measure the correct dose using the provided measuring device
Give orally as directed on the packaging
Follow age-specific dosage instructions carefully
Do not exceed the recommended dose
Possible Side Effects
Mild stomach upset
Nausea
Heartburn or indigestion
Rare allergic reactions
Cautions
Not suitable for children under 7 years unless advised by a healthcare professional
Do not use if your child is allergic to ibuprofen or NSAIDs
Avoid use with other ibuprofen-containing medicines
Use with caution in children with asthma or stomach conditions
Keep out of reach of children
Why Buy from Dock Pharmacy?
At Dock Pharmacy, your child’s health is supported with trusted professional care:
GPhC-registered UK pharmacy
Pharmacist-led guidance on children’s medicines
Trusted sourcing of healthcare products
Reliable and secure online pharmacy service
FAQ
What is Nurofen For Children 7–12 Years used for?
It is used to relieve fever, pain, headaches, sore throat, and cold symptoms in children.
Does Nurofen For Children contain ibuprofen?
Yes, it contains ibuprofen, which helps reduce pain, fever, and inflammation.
Is Nurofen suitable for children aged 7–12 years?
Yes, it is specifically formulated for children within this age range.
Can Nurofen help reduce fever in children?
Yes, it effectively helps lower high temperatures.
What flavour is Nurofen For Children Strawberry?
It has a strawberry flavour to make it easier for children to take.
Are there any side effects?
Possible side effects may include mild stomach upset or nausea.
Can I give Nurofen with other ibuprofen medicines?
No, avoid combining multiple ibuprofen-containing products.
Where can I buy Nurofen For Children 7–12 Years Strawberry 100ml?
Available from Dock Pharmacy, a trusted GPhC-registered pharmacy.
How to Use
7 – 9 years one 5ml dose (equivalent to 200mg ibuprofen) 3 times in 24 hours.
Use the 5 ml
10 – 12 years one 7.5ml dose (5ml + 2.5ml) 3 times in 24 hours
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has
told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
This product is twice the strength of normal ibuprofen suspension and you should be careful that you use the correct dose.
The usual dose for pain and fever:
Doses should be given approximately every 6 to 8 hours. Leave at least 4 hours between doses. Do not give more than the recommended dose in 24 hours.
Not intended for children under 7 years old and weighing less than 20 kg.
WARNING: Do not exceed the stated dose.
Method of administration using the spoon For oral use
1. Shake the bottle well
2. Use the end of the spoon that corresponds to the required dose
3. Pour the medicine onto the spoon
4. Place the spoon in the child’s mouth and administer the dose
5. After use replace the cap. Wash the spoon in warm water and allow to dry.
Duration of treatment
This medicine is for short-term use only. The lowest effective dose should be used for the shortest duration necessary to relieve symptoms. If your child has an infection, consult a doctor without delay if symptoms (such as fever and pain) persist or worsen
(see section 2). If this medicine is required for more
than 3 days or if symptoms worsen, a doctor should be consulted.
If you use more of this medicine than you should:
Or if children have taken this medicine by accident always contact a doctor or nearest hospital to get an opinion of the risk and advice on action to be taken.
The symptoms can include nausea, stomach pain, vomiting (may be blood streaked), or more rarely diarrhoea. In addition, headache, gastrointestinal bleeding, blurred vision, ringing in the ear,
confusion and shaky eye movement, and exacerbation of asthma in asthmatics. At high doses, drowsiness, excitation, disorientation, chest pain, palpitations, loss of consciousness, coma convulsions (mainly in children), vertigo, weakness and dizziness, blood in urine, low blood pressure, hyperkalaemia, metabolic acidosis, increased prothrombin time/INR, acute renal failure, liver
damage, respiratory depression, cyanosis, cold body feeling, and breathing problems have been reported.
If you or your child forget to take this medicine:
Do not take a double dose to make up for the forgotten dose. If you do forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember and then take the next dose according to the dose interval detailed above.
If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Ingredients
Nurofen For Children 200mg/5ml Ibuprofen suspension
Each 5 ml measuring spoon of oral suspension contains 200 mg ibuprofen.
The other ingredients are: polysorbate 80, glycerol, maltitol liquid, saccharin sodium, citric acid monohydrate, sodium citrate, xanthan gum, sodium chloride, strawberry flavour, domiphen bromide and purified water.
Product Details
Warning / Caution
DO NOT GIVE THIS PRODUCT IF YOUR CHILD:
is under 7 years old or weighs less than 20 kg.
is allergic to ibuprofen or any other ingredient of the product, aspirin or other related painkillers.
is taking other NSAID painkillers, or aspirin with a daily dose above 75mg. has (or has had two or more episodes of ) a stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding. has ever suffered from shortness of breath, asthma, a runny nose, swelling on their face and/or hands or hives after using aspirin or other similar painkillers (NSAIDs).
has ever had a gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, related to previous use of NSAIDs.
has severe liver or severe kidney failure.
has severe heart failure.
has bleeding of the brain (cerebrovascular bleeding) or other active bleeding.
has unclarified blood formation disturbances.
has severe dehydration (caused by vomiting, diarrhoea or insufficient fluid intake).
has fructose intolerance.
SPEAK TO YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE GIVING THIS PRODUCT IF YOUR CHILD:
has or had asthma, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, a stroke, heart, liver, kidney or bowel problems or are dehydrated.
has chicken pox.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Side effects may be minimised by taking the lowest dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve the symptoms.
Although side effects are uncommon, your child may get one of the known side effects of NSAIDs. If they do, or if you have concerns, stop giving this medicine to your child and talk to your doctor as soon as possible.
Elderly people using this medicine are at increased risk of developing problems associated with side effects.
STOP USING this medicine and seek immediate medical help if your child develops:
- signs of intestinal bleeding such as: severe pain in the abdomen, black tarry stools, vomiting blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds.
- signs of rare but serious allergic reaction such as worsening of asthma, unexplained wheezing or shortness of breath, swelling of the face, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing, racing heart, drop in blood pressure leading to shock. These can happen even on first use of this medicine. If any of these symptoms occur, call a doctor at once.
- severe skin reactions such as rashes covering the whole body, peeling, blistering or flaking skin.
- severe skin reaction known as DRESS (Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms) syndrome can occur. Symptoms of DRESS include: skin rash, fever, swelling of lymph nodes and an increase ofeosinophils (a type of white blood cells).
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