Nurofen Day & Night Cold & Flu contains ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, which is effective in relieving the symptoms associated with colds and flu, including relief of aches and pains, sore throats, headache, nasal congestion (blocked nose) and lowering of temperature.
Ibuprofen belongs to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and is effective against aches and pains (including headache), swelling and can also reduce a fever. Phenylephrine hydrochloride (nasal decongestant) reduces swelling in the passages of the nose, relieving nasal congestion and reducing the pressure which may cause a headache.
- Tablets must be taken with water and swallowed whole.
- It is important to drink plenty of fluids when suffering from colds and flu.
Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: Take two tablets up to 3 times a day. Leave at least four hours between doses and do not take more than 6 tablets in any 24 hour period.
This medicine is for short-term use only. Take the lowest dose for the shortest time necessary. Do not take Nurofen Day & Night Cold & Flu for longer than 10 days. If you do not get better, or get worse, talk to your doctor. They will tell you if it is safe to carry on taking the medicine.
Like all medicines, Nurofen can cause side-effects, although not everyone gets them.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any of the following:
- stomach problems such as unexplained stomach pain, indigestion, feeling sick and/or vomiting, diarrhoea or constipation, flatulence
- any sign of bleeding from the stomach or bowels (vomiting blood and/or passing black stools) or worsening of colitis or Crohn’s disease
- stomach ulcers
- liver or kidney problems
- severe sore throat with a high fever and flu-like symptoms, severe exhaustion, nose or skin bleeding, mouth ulcers
- severe skin reactions such as skin peeling e.g. StevensJohnson syndrome
- a severe headache, stiff neck, nausea, vomiting, fever or confusion
- allergic reactions such as unexplained wheezing, shortness of breath, swelling of the face, tongue or throat, palpitations, skin rash or itching (‘nettle rash’)
- asthma, aggravation of asthma or wheezing
- blood disorders, swelling, high blood pressure, heart failure, blurred vision
- delusions, mood changes, anxiety, excitability, sleeplessness, sweating, restlessness, thirst, hallucinations, dizziness, shaking, disturbed hearing, headache, blurred vision, muscle weakness, difficulty urinating
- chest pain or fast irregular heartbeat
- decreased appetite
- severe skin infections and soft tissue complications during chicken pox (varicella) infection.
Undesirable effects may be minimized by using the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration.
The elderly are at an increased risk of side effects.
Shortness of breath may occur if you suffer from or have a history of allergic disease.
Tell your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms – especially dark bowel motions, vomiting blood or stomach pains.
Serious skin reactions (such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome) have been reported very rarely in association with the use of NSAIDs.
The use of Nurofen should be stopped immediately at the first appearance of skin rash, mouth ulcers or any other signs of allergic reactions.
There is increased risk of Gl bleeding, ulceration, perforation with increasing NSAID doses, in patients with a history of ulcers, and the elderly. It is recommended to commence treatment at the lowest dose. The option of adding a protective agent should also be discussed with your doctor.
Medicines such as Nurofen may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack (“myocardial infarction”) or stroke.
Each tablet contains the active ingredients: 200mg ibuprofen and 30mg pseudoephedrine hydrochloride.
The other ingredients are: calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, Film Coating: hypromellose, talc, titanium dioxide, quinoline yellow, sunset yellow (contains Aluminium and E110) Black printing Ink: shellac, black iron oxide (E172), propylene glycol.
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