Brufen

Brufen oral suspension contains Ibuprofen 20mg/ml, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Excipients/Inactive Ingredients: ALSO CONTAINS Agar, Citric Acid Monohydrate, Dye Yellow, Glycerin, Irradiated Light Kaolin, Methylparaben, Orange Flavour D0717, Polysorbate 80, Propylparaben, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbitol Solution 70% Non-crystallizing, Sucrose, (Deionised) Purified Water.

Brufen IS USED FOR: Fever; Muscle, joint, soft tissue pain and inflammation (swelling); Headache, dental, and menstrual pain.

HOW MUCH TO TAKE: For adults and children older than 12 years (≥ 40kg): 20ml initially. 10-20ml may be taken every 4 hours when needed. Do not take more than 60ml (1200mg) in 24 hours. The daily dosage of Brufen for children is 20-30mg/kg of bodyweight in divided doses.. The daily doses of Brufen for children is 20-30mg/kg of bodyweight in divided doses: (See table.)

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DO NOT TAKE Brufen IF ARE: Allergic to aspirin, ibuprofen, other NSAIDS, had worsening of asthma, allergic rash after taking ibuprofen, aspirin or other NSAIDs, severe heart, liver or kidney failure, stomach bleeding, perforation or ulcer, increased risk of bleeding, pregnant.

CARE WHEN TAKING Brufen: Ibuprofen may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack or stroke. Any risk is more likely with high doses (2400mg daily) or prolonged treatment. Do not exceed the recommended dose and duration.
The patient should talk to the doctor/pharmacist before starting Brufen if he/she has/is: Fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, sucrose-isomaltase insufficiency. Brufen contains sucrose, which should be taken into consideration in patients with diabetes.
History of gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation.
Asthma, chronic rhinitis, heart, liver or kidney diseases, heart failure, uncontrolled high blood pressure (HBP), dehydration.
Taking medications for HBP, heart diseases and blood thinners.
As with other NSAIDS, Brufen can mask symptoms of underlying infections.
CONSULT THE DOCTOR if symptoms persist after several days of treatment, having taken too much Brufen, or if experiencing unusual symptoms including: Bloody/black tarry/pale stools, vomiting blood/dark particles (like coffee ground), unexpected wheezing, shortness of breath, skin rash, itching, bruising, racing heart, fluid retention (swollen ankles or passing less urine), stiff neck, headache, nausea, vomiting, fever, disorientation, unexplained stomachache, indigestion (e.g colds), yellowing of the eyes.
If the patient forgets a dose, take the next dose when needed. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Use in Pregnancy: Taking NSAIDs at about 20 weeks of pregnancy or later may harm the unborn baby.

Taking NSAIDs at about 20 weeks of pregnancy or later may harm the unborn baby.

May experience irritation of the stomach, including discomfort, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation and bloating, photosensitivity reactions.

STORE below 30°C.

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

M01AE01 - ibuprofen ; Belongs to the class of propionic acid derivatives of non-steroidal antiinflammatory and antirheumatic products.

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