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Ibuprofen (Medi Choice) TM
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients: ibuprofen
Brand name
(ARTG)
: MEDI CHOICE IBUPROFEN 200 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For effective temporary relief of pain and discomfort associated with migraine and tension headaches, muscular aches, dental pain, aches and pains associated with colds and flu, period pain, arthritic pain. Reduces fever.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, sugar coated
- Oral
- White, shiny, capsule shaped tablets
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 48 tablets pack
- 96 pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 24 tablets pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient ibuprofen
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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