Calprofen Oral Suspension powerful relief of aches, pain and fever

• 3+months
• colour and sugar free
• strawberry flavour

100mg/5ml Oral Suspension Ibuprofen

Calprofen 100 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension Ibuprofen is a whitish oral suspension which contains 100 mg of the active ingredient Ibuprofen in every 5 ml of medicine.

The manufacturer is Pinewood Laboratories Ltd., Ballymacarbry, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, Ireland.

Ibuprofen belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers (NSAIDs). This medicine is used for the relief of pain from teething and tooth ache, sore throat, headache, symptoms of colds and influenza, minor muscular pains and aches. It can also be used for the reduction of temperature and post-immunisation fever.

This product is intended for use in children aged 3 months to 12 years

Check the information below to see how much medicine to use

• Always shake the bottle thoroughly before use
• Do not use more medicine than shown in the instructions below
• Do not overfill the spoon

There is a double ended measuring spoon in the pack, which is to be used to measure doses of 2.5 ml and 5 mls.

For Post-Immunisation Fever:
One small (2.5 ml) spoonful, followed by another small (2.5 ml) spoonful 6 hours later if necessary.

• Do not give more than 2 doses in 24 hours.
• If the fever is not reduced you should consult your doctor.
• For babies and children older than 3 months.
• Do not give to your baby / child if they weigh less than 5 kg.

• Doses should usually be given every 6 - 8 hours. Leave at least 4 hours between doses.
• Short term use only:
• Do not give to babies aged 3 - 6 months for more than 24 hours
• Do not give to children aged 6 months or over for more than 3 days.
• If symptoms persist or worsen consult your doctor.

If you forget to give the medicine
Give the next dose when needed. Do not give a double dose.

If anyone has taken too much
In the event of an overdose, you should contact a doctor immediately, or go to the nearest hospital accident and emergency department.

The active ingredient is: Ibuprofen

Other ingredients are: Glycerol (E422), xanthan gum, maltitol (E965), polysorbate 80, saccharin sodium (E954), citric acid monohydrate, sodium methylhydroxybenzoate (E219), sodium propylhydroxybenzoate (E217), purified water and strawberry flavour.

Before giving the medicine to your child
This product is suitable for most people but a few people should not use it. If you are in any doubt you should contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not give your child this medicine...

• If s/he has ever had a bad reaction to Ibuprofen or any of the ingredients.
• If s/he weighs less than 5 kg.
• If s/he is taking any other anti-inflammatory painkillers (NSAIDs), or aspirin with a daily dose above 75 mg.
• If s/he has had an allergic reaction or wheezing after taking Ibuprofen, aspirin or other anti-inflammatory painkillers (NSAIDs).
• If s/he has or has previously had a stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding.
• If s/he has liver, kidney or heart failure.
• If any of these apply, get advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Do not give the medicine.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist...

• If your child suffers from high blood pressure.
• If your child has asthma or allergic disease.
• If your child has or has previously had liver, kidney, heart or bowel problems.
• If your child suffers from lupus (SLE) or a similar disease.
• If your child suffers from an inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
• If your child is taking any other medicines including:
  • diuretics (water tablets - drugs used to increase urine output)
  • anticoagulants (drugs that thin the blood, such as warfarin)
  • antihypertensives (drugs used to treat high blood pressure)
  • lithium, methotrexate, zidovudine or corticosteroids (a type of anti-inflammatory, e.g. Hydrocortisone)
  • any other Ibuprofen preparations, including those you can buy without prescription.

• If you are not sure about the medicine your child is taking, show the bottle or pack to your pharmacist.
• If any of these bullet points apply, talk to a doctor or pharmacist.

If adults take this medicine:
The above warnings and information apply and in addition the following:

• Ibuprofen belongs to a group of medicines which may impair fertility in women. The effect is reversible on stopping the medicine. If you are having problems becoming pregnant talk to your doctor before using this product.
• You should only take this product on doctors advice during the first 6 months of pregnancy.
• Do not take Ibuprofen if you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy due to potential harm to the unborn child.

Some of the ingredients can cause problems

• Sodium methylhydroxybenzoate (E219) and sodium propylhydroxybenzoate (E217) may cause allergic reactions which could possibly be delayed.
• This product contains maltitol. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.

Possible side effects
Calprofen 100 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension Ibuprofen can have side effects, like all medicines, although these don't affect everyone and are usually mild. The most common side effect is irritation of the stomach which can cause problems (e.g. indigestion, heartburn) in some people.

Stop giving the medicine and seek immediate medical help if your child starts to suffer from any of the following:

• blood in the faeces (stools/motions)
• black tarry stools
• vomiting blood or dark particles that look like ground coffee

If your child experiences any of the following, stop giving the medicine and tell your doctor

• unexplained stomach pain, feeling sick and/or vomiting
• unexplained wheezing, shortness of breath, skin rash, itching or bruising, lightheadedness, racing heart or fluid retention, e.g. swollen ankles
• yellowing of the eyes and/or skin
• severe sore throat with high fever, unexplained bruising or tiredness.

Other effects which may occur are listed below.

• Other unusual effects may include headache, diarrhoea, wind or constipation. If any of these become troublesome or last more than a few days, tell your doctor.
• Very rarely kidney problems may occur with Ibuprofen.

If your child experiences any other unusual symptoms while taking this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist.