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Ibuprofen Children's 6 Months to 12 Years (Apohealth) TM
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Active ingredients: ibuprofen
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOHEALTH CHILDREN'S IBUPROFEN 6 MONTHS TO 12 YEARS ibuprofen 20 mg/mL oral liquid suspension bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
APOHEALTH Childrens Ibuprofen 6 months to 12 years may be used for the temporary relief of pain and discomfort resulting from headaches, teething, earache and muscle sprains. ,APOHEALTH Childrens Ibuprofen 6 months to 12 years reduces fever and relieves the discomfort of cold and flu symptoms. ,APOHEALTH Childrens Ibuprofen 6 months to 12 years may be used to reduce fever after childhood vaccinations.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Oral Liquid, suspension
- Oral
- Off white suspension with characteristic orange flavour.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 100 mL pack
- 200 mL 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
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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