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Brand name: Ibuprofen Children's (Pharmacy Choice) TM
Active ingredients: ibuprofen
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has a recall notice on this product.
Chemmart & Pharmacy Choice Ibuprofen Children's Suspension 20mg/mL and Chemmart Children's Paracetamol 6 to 12 years Concentrated 200mL 48mg/mL oral liquid bottles, Pack Size 200 mL
Chemmart Ibuprofen Children's Suspension - 20mg/mL Batch numbers
BN: IA45163, IA50030
AUST R: 116311
Pharmacy Choice Ibuprofen Children's Suspension - 20mg/mL
BNs: IA50044, IA45162, IA50026
AUST R: 126539
Chemmart Children's Paracetamol 6 to 12 years Concentrated 48mg/mL
BN: IA45031
AUST R: 174832
Further information on this recall can be found at http://apps.tga.gov.au/PROD/SARA/arn-detail.aspx?k=RC-2015-RN-00577-1
What it is used for
Pharmacy Choice Ibuprofen Children's Suspension may be used for the temporary relief of pain and discomfort resulting from headaches, teething, earache and muscle sprains. Pharmacy Choice Ibuprofen Children's Suspension reduces fever and relieves the discomfort of cold and flu symptoms. Pharmacy Choice Ibuprofen Children's Suspension 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
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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