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Brand name: Ibuprofen Pain and Fever 6 Months to 12 Years (Chemists' Own) TM

Active ingredients: ibuprofen

What it is used for

Chemists Own Childrens Ibuprofen Pain & Fever 6 Months 12 Years may be used for the temporary relief of pain and discomfort resulting from headaches, teething, earache and muscle sprains.,Chemists Own Childrens Ibuprofen Pain & Fever 6 Months 12 Years reduces fever and relieves the discomfort of cold and flu symptoms. Chemists Own Childrens Ibuprofen Pain & Fever 6 Months 12 Years may be used to reduce fever after childhood vaccinations.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.

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.

Visual appearance

Off white suspension with characteristic orange flavour.

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 2 : Pharmacy Medicine.

Over 65?

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?

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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