How to give Nurofen to newborns, composition of the drug, adverse reactions and mechanism of action. Nurofen for children, suspension Nurofen for children contraindications

Nurofen for children is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic that helps cope with many symptoms of childhood diseases; it can be used with early age due to high safety and easy tolerability. It is worth considering the instructions for using Nurofen syrup for children, since syrup is the most common form of release of this product.

Composition and action

Nurofen is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory drug based on the substance ibuprofen; in addition to the active ingredient, it contains auxiliary components. At the same time, the syrup does not contain sugar or dyes, so the drug can be used by people with diabetes and allergies in most cases.

The effect of the drug lasts up to eight hours; it is worth noting that the drug is most effective against inflammatory pain in children. The substance is extremely quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, after which it begins to active action in organism.

Nurofen should be used for pain syndromes arising from various reasons. It can be used for headaches, various colds, viral and bacterial diseases accompanied by fever, inflammatory processes, and toothache.

The syrup is available in strawberry or orange flavors, so children usually take it without difficulty. How much does the drug cost? Its price ranges from 100 to 200 rubles, depending on the pharmacy chain. The drug is available without a prescription, but you should consult your doctor before using it.

Important! It is worth remembering that Nurofen only affects the symptoms of diseases in the form of pain and fever, but does not cure.

How to take Nurofen syrup - instructions

The dosage of the drug depends on the disease, weight and age of the child. The product is taken orally; usually the package includes a convenient measuring syringe, which helps you conveniently measure the required amount of syrup.

Before taking the product, be sure to shake the bottle of syrup. After administration, close tightly, the syringe should be washed and wiped dry. Maximum daily dosage the drug should not exceed 7.5 milliliters per day for children under six months, more than 30 milligrams per kilogram in 8 - 10 hours for children over six months.

In general for fever, pain of various origins, including during teething, the drug is used as follows:

Children aged three to six months can be given 2.5 ml up to three times a day, no more than 7.5 ml of the drug per day.
Children from six to twelve months are given 2.5 ml up to 3 - 4 times a day, no more than 10 ml in twenty-four hours.
Children from one to three years old are given 5 ml up to three times a day, no more than 15 ml per day.
Children from four to seven years old are given 7.5 ml up to three times a day, no more than 22.5 ml of the drug per day.
Children from seven to nine years old are given 10 ml up to three times a day, no more than 30 ml of the drug per day.
Children from nine to twelve years old are given 15 ml up to three times a day, no more than 45 ml of the drug per day.

If symptoms of pain and fever persist after taking the drug for 1 to 3 days, you should immediately consult a specialist.

Features of the drug

Infants should not be given the drug for more than one day; in older children, the period of use can last up to three days.

How quickly does Nurofen work?

Many parents are interested in how long it takes for the product to work. The active ingredient ibuprofen is absorbed extremely quickly from the gastrointestinal tract, its maximum concentration is reached within an hour or two. Therefore, pain and fever should subside or completely disappear within an hour, in some cases it takes a little longer.

Important! Next appointment It is advised to carry out no earlier than 6 – 8 hours after the first one. In this case, the drug usually lasts up to eight hours.

Take before or after meals

In general, this does not matter much; it should be taken any time pain occurs. However, if the child has a highly sensitive stomach, the drug should be taken with or after meals.

Shelf life of Nurofen syrup after opening

In general, unopened packaging of the drug is stored for three years. Once opened, the syrup can be stored for no more than six months. It is also recommended to keep the opened medicine in a cool, dark place; it can be stored in the refrigerator door.

How many ml in a teaspoon of Nurofen syrup

Sometimes special measuring syringes get lost, and it is not always possible to find a replacement for them. You can use a teaspoon; one teaspoon of medicine yields 2.5 milliliters.

Can Nurofen be used by pregnant women?

Syrup for children cannot be used in the third trimester of pregnancy; during the first two trimesters, its use is permissible. However, before taking it, you should definitely consult your doctor and make sure that there are no contraindications.

During lactation, this drug should also be used with caution; you should consult your doctor. Research shows that small amounts of the active substance may be excreted in breast milk.

In addition to syrup, there are Nurofen suppositories for rectal use, approved for use in childhood. There is no fundamental difference between the two forms of the drug, but it is worth considering that suppositories are suitable only for children no older than two years. The syrup can be used up to the age of twelve.

Rectal suppositories are recommended for those babies who refuse syrup, or for another reason, if the suspension form is not suitable.

Contraindications

The drug has a number of strict contraindications. First of all, it should not be taken if you are allergic to the components of the drug, or if you are intolerant to ibuprofen. You should also not use Nurofen for the following diseases:

Various inflammatory and erosive diseases of organs gastrointestinal tract, intestines, liver diseases, including liver failure, and excretory system.
Bronchial asthma, nasal polyposis.
Heart failure, various bleeding, bleeding disorders, other heart and vascular diseases.
Fructose intolerance.
Children up to three months old, body weight less than five kilograms.

In other cases, taking the drug is permitted. The main thing is to avoid overdoses, they can lead to serious consequences.

Side effects

At correct intake probability of occurrence side effects extremely small, allergic reactions and other signs of intolerance occur quite rarely. Typically side effects may appear as follows:

From the outside circulatory system Hematopoietic disorders occur extremely rarely; they can be manifested by the occurrence of nasal and subcutaneous bleeding, fever and other symptoms.
From the outside immune system Various allergic reactions and intolerances can occur, and allergies to syrup can occur in a variety of ways, from skin rashes to symptoms of asthma.
Disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, digestive disorders. Rarely, liver dysfunction and renal failure occur.
Headaches, swelling in the different parts body, shortness of breath, other vegetative symptoms.

If side effects occur, you should immediately stop taking the medicine. If a life-threatening condition occurs, you should consult a doctor, preferably calling an ambulance.

Overdose

In case of overdose, side effects usually occur; it is usually accompanied by symptoms of intoxication: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and sometimes symptoms from the central nervous system occur.

In case of overdose, you must stop taking the drug, be sure to perform gastric lavage, and, if necessary, carry out symptomatic treatment. After gastric lavage, it is advised to take activated carbon or its analogue, another enterosorbent.

Analogues

Direct analogues of Nurofen syrup are other painkillers based on ibuprofen. It is also worth remembering that Nurofen is available in the form of suppositories and tablets, if syrup is not suitable for some reason.

To the most common analogues this drug include Ibuprofen-Akrikhin, Advil for children in the form of a suspension. However, it is worth remembering that analogues have their own instructions for use; you should definitely read them before taking them.

An increase in body temperature is a protective reaction of the body to the influence of a pathogen. Its change even by 1-2 degrees has a destructive effect on bacteria and viruses. But sometimes such fever is difficult for patients to tolerate and can lead to serious complications. This is especially true for young patients, since infections in children always have more severe course than in adults. To normalize body temperature, antipyretic drugs are used. Nurofen suspension is one of them.

Children's Nurofen does not contain sugar, alcohol or dyes.

Suspension or syrup: which one is correct?

Sometimes there is confusion about the name of the product: is it a syrup or a suspension? In fact, children's Nurofen is produced in the form of a suspension - a suspension of medicinal powder in liquid form. But it is often called syrup for its viscous consistency and pleasant sweet taste(orange or strawberry), which children really like.

When to lower the temperature

Pediatricians say that not every fever needs to be treated. Low (up to 38.5°C) temperature in the first days viral infection- an indicator that the child’s immunity is working and the body is fighting infection. It is normal if the temperature rises even after vaccination, which involves the introduction of weakened strains of pathogens to form stable immunity.

But there are still indications for prescribing antipyretics:

fever above 38.5 degrees (febrile fever);
the child feels unwell at a relatively low temperature ( headache, pallor, severe lethargy, sweating);
post-vaccination reactions medium degree severity (doctors recommend giving the child an antipyretic immediately after vaccination and 6 hours after it, regardless of whether there is a fever or not);
fever and anxiety during teething.

Effective for ear pain, headaches, feverish conditions due to colds and FLU.

Description of the drug

Nurofen is a drug from the group of non-steroidal (non-hormonal) anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Active ingredient: Ibuprofen. The drug is produced British company Reckit Benkiser Healthcare International Ltd.

Main pharmacological properties:

antipyretic;
eliminating pain;
anti-inflammatory.

The mechanism of Nurofen's work is based on the suppression of the synthesis of prostaglandins - catalyst participants inflammatory reaction in organism.

Nurofen suspension for children (100 mg/5 ml) is available in glass bottles of 100 and 150 ml. In a bright cardboard box, in addition to the bottle and instructions, there is a graduated syringe or measuring spoon for 2.50 and 5 ml. This convenient form medicinal product used in pediatrics.

The easiest way to give the suspension to children in the first year of life is from a syringe.

Children's Nurofen approved for use from three months of age. The antipyretic and analgesic effects increase gradually, and the drug acts 15-30 minutes after administration, and the duration of action is 8 hours.

Svetlana, 24 years old:

“Nurofen syrup really helps my daughter and I. I had to drink it for the first time at 3.5 months, when after vaccination the slight fever. The medicine worked quickly, the girl stopped crying and fell asleep. The kit includes a very convenient syringe pen, and on the cardboard packaging there is a sign with dosages by age.”

How to give medicine to your baby correctly

When using the children's form of Nurofen, follow the instructions for use ():

Before use, check the expiration date of the drug.
Shake the contents of the bottle thoroughly.
When using a measuring spoon:
1. carefully pour the suspension from the bottle into a clean spoon to the 2.5 or 5 ml mark (according to age standards);
2. let the child drink the syrup;
3. Wash the measuring spoon thoroughly.
When using a syringe with measuring segments:
1. insert the supplied syringe tightly into the hole in the bottle;
2. turn the bottle over with the syringe and gently pull the plunger, drawing up the syrup to the desired mark;
3. turn the bottle back and remove the syringe with light circular movements;
4. insert the syringe into the child’s mouth and slowly press the plunger;
5. wait until all the medicine has been swallowed;
6. Wash and dry the measuring syringe thoroughly after each use.
Do not exceed recommended dosages.

Maria, 25 years old:

“Nurofen is always in the children's medicine cabinet. This reliable means, which more than once saved our baby from fever during infections and during teething. The taste is sweet and pleasant, the medicine did not cause allergies. It’s just that the set with a spoon seemed more convenient to me than with a syringe. Not only did I not always calculate the strength when pressing the pump, and too much medicine was poured out to the baby at once, but my son never wanted to lie still until I finished all this dancing with shaking and drawing syrup into the syringe. Everything is easier and faster with a spoon.”

Some babies are more willing to drink medicine from a spoon.

Dosage regimen

Single dose The drug is selected according to the child’s weight. The formula for calculation is 5-10 mg/kg body weight. Frequency of administration - every 6-8 hours. It is not recommended to increase the daily dose above 30 mg/kg. For convenience, you can use the table presented in the review.

Attention! To reduce high fever, Nurofen syrup should not be used for more than three days. If your child's fever persists, it is recommended to consult a doctor to determine the cause. The drug can be used as a pain reliever for up to 5 days.

Polina, 31 years old:

“We have been buying children’s Nurofen for 4 years now, after birth youngest son. The local pediatrician advised me to buy the product; there were mostly positive reviews, so we decided to try it.

The effect is fast and reliable, it always reduces our temperature. Neither the eldest nor the youngest had allergies, although I heard that they do occur. I would also like to note the well-thought-out protection of the bottle from children: the cap can only be removed in a special way, which is indicated on the packaging. Excellent product, we’ll take more.”

The temperature has risen again: what to do?

Many mothers are faced with a situation where the temperature stubbornly returns. It's good if from time last appointment 6-8 hours have passed with Nurofen, and you can give another dose of the drug. What to do if the required 6 hours have not yet passed, and the temperature is again 38.5 or higher?

Panadol - antipyretic drug based on paracetamol.

In this case, pediatricians recommend alternating antipyretics and changing Nurofen, active substance which is ibuprofen, to drugs based on paracetamol (Panadol, Efferalgan). This method of reducing temperature will be effective due to the different mechanism of action of drugs, and at the same time, it will be as safe as possible for the baby.

Remember that prolonged and persistent fever may be a symptom serious illness. Before starting treatment, be sure to consult your doctor.

Advantages and disadvantages

TO strengths children's Nurofen relate:

rapid development of antipyretic effect: according to most reviews, the temperature begins to subside within 15-20 minutes after administration;
duration of antipyretic effect up to 8 hours;
pleasant taste and aroma that children like;
average price;
rare development of side effects.

Within 20 minutes the baby will feel much better.

Disadvantages of the drug:

opportunity allergic reactions;
negative effect on the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines - the product is prohibited for use if there is an ulcer, erosive gastritis, enteritis, etc.;
causes undesirable effects when used simultaneously with corticosteroids, other painkillers, blood pressure medications, and lithium preparations.

Side effects

Side effects rarely develop when using children's Nurofen. These include:

symptoms of dyspepsia: discomfort in the abdomen, bleeding;
neurological symptoms: headache, agitation, insomnia;
changes in the blood: agranulocytosis, pancytopenia;
cystitis, renal failure;
allergy phenomena: itching, Lyell's syndrome, angioedema, anaphylactic shock.

If any of the above symptoms appear, you should stop taking Nurofen and seek medical help.

Other forms of release

In addition to syrup, Nurofen is available in the form of tablets, suppositories, and capsules.

Children's suppositories Nurofen are a convenient form of use for children from 3 months to 2 years, if they refuse to take the medicine orally, as well as in cases where an increase in temperature is accompanied by vomiting.

The active ingredient of the drug is 60 mg ibuprofen with a prolonged action (up to 8 hours). The drug is administered into the rectum 1-3 times a day.

It’s too early to give pills, but the baby refuses to drink the syrup? And here candles come to the aid of young mothers.

Nurofen 400 tablets and Nurofen Ultra cap 200 capsules are approved for use in children over 12 years of age for dental, headache, menstrual pain and fever.

Analogues

There are many antipyretic suspensions for children. A comparison of Nurofen with its most popular analogues in terms of composition, dosage and price is presented in the table below.

Thus, Nurofen suspension for children is a well-proven antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic drug that is chosen by pediatricians. Therapeutic effect develops quickly side effects are rare, and children happily take delicious orange or strawberry syrup.

Svetlana Sharaeva

Young children, just like adults, are susceptible to various diseases, which may be differently tolerated. But the child’s body is at the stage of formation, and certain diseases can be much more complicated. A child can cope with some illnesses on his own, but quite often outside help is needed in the form of using medications. So when infectious disease or inflammation, you may need Nurofen, which will reduce the fever and remove unpleasant symptoms.

Characteristics of the drug Nurofen

Nurofen for children differs from the standard drug for adults in the strength of the effect and taste qualities. It is created specifically for developing organism in order to eliminate unpleasant symptoms, but also not cause harm. Children's drug For use by an adult it may not be as effective, but for a child it is quite powerful.

Nurofen is available in the form of a suspension, suppositories and tablets. They differ in the amount of ibuprofen in their composition, which is the main active ingredient in them. Ibuprofen content in various forms drug:

1 suppository - 60 mg;
5 ml of suspension - 100 mg;
1 tablet - 200 mg.

The instructions for children recommend in what form Nurofen should be taken depending on body weight, age, complexity of the problem and other indicators. The drug is an analgesic that helps reduce fever, weaken pain and eliminates the inflammatory process.

When should you use Nurofen?

The product is used in situations that are accompanied by severe pain, inflammation and fever. Children are often given the drug in some form for the following problems:

severe colds;
infections;
flu;
negative reactions after vaccinations;
pain in the throat, head, ears, joints;
dental, muscle, rheumatic pain.

Due to the fact that the composition of the drug Nurofen is characterized by the content of one leading element, which acts as an analgesic and antipyretic, it does nothing more than eliminate the symptoms that characterize the disease. It does not affect the progression of the disease, the fight against microbes and the promotion of recovery.

The use of Nurofen is allowed for children starting from 3 months. In the form of a suspension, the drug is taken up to 12 years of age, a suppository - up to 2-3 years, and tablets - for adults. The dosage depends on the patient's body weight.

The instructions for use for Nurofen for children indicate the following: maximum dose per day, as no more than 30 mg per 1 kg of body weight. If a child weighs more than 5-6 kg, then during the day it is allowed to take no more than 100 mg or 5 ml. Treatment course Nurofen should not exceed 3 days.

Contraindications and adverse reactions

Based on the fairly powerful effect of the drug, if it is used incorrectly, negative reactions from the body may occur. The main situations in which its use is prohibited are:

bronchial asthma;
ulcerative bleeding and diseases;
problems in the digestive system;
liver dysfunction;
disruptions in kidney function;
hyperkalemia;
cardiovascular problems;
hemophilia;
intolerance to the components of the drug;
diathesis.

The list can be replenished depending on the individual indicators of the body’s activity. It is also undesirable to use the drug while taking other medications, which may contain elements that react with the components of Nurofen.

When using the drug for the specified period of time and in the permissible dosage, no side effects should be observed. If its use lasts longer than the prescribed period, the following ailments may occur:

nausea and vomiting;
diarrhea;
flatulence;
ulcers and erosion in the gastrointestinal tract;
dizziness;
hallucinations;
depression;
tachycardia;
sudden jumps in blood pressure;
swelling;
cystitis;
anemia.

Nurofen instructions for children specify that it can cause a number of other possible negative reactions of the body in case of an overdose. Ibuprofen is a strong element, which implies a quick and long-lasting effect, but it is also dangerous for the child.

Nurofen suspension

Nurofen suspension is available for oral use. It is characterized by strawberry or orange flavor. The drug is packaged in dark glass bottles in 100 ml bottles, which are closed with a polymer cap. The bottle is packaged in a cardboard box, which also contains a dispenser.

The product is stored in a cool place with temperature conditions no more than 25 degrees. It is good for 3 years, after which it is prohibited to use it. The storage place must be protected from children's hands.

Depending on the age of the child, the dose of the drug varies, namely:

If a child has hyperthermia, then after the immunization process the recommended dose should be taken only once. The interval between doses can reach at least 6 hours, but this is in urgent need.

The instructions for use for children recommend using the drug Nurofen in the form of a suspension for no more than 3 days. If at the end of the period the child does not feel better, then it is necessary to urgently visit a doctor.

Nurofen in tablet form

The tablet form of the drug is used for children who have reached 6 years of age. You should not give the drug in this form to younger children, since the content of ibuprofen in it is higher, and if the tablet is swallowed, the child may choke. Adults can also take the tablets.

The Nurofen package contains instructions for use of the tablets, which are coated with a special coating. They can be placed in 6 pieces. on a blister, or maybe 12. Maximum amount There can be up to 96 tablets per package.

The product should be stored in a cool place where the temperature can vary from 15 to 25 degrees. It is valid for no more than 3 years. The drug should be stored in places where children's hands are not accessible.

Starting from 6 years of age, children are recommended to take no more than 1 tablet 4 times a day, but only under the supervision of a physician. At severe pain which are difficult to tolerate, then children aged 12 years and older can increase the dosage to 2 tablets. The daily maximum for a child is 3 tablets (800 mg). The course lasts several days.

Nurofen in the form of suppositories

Another form in which the drug Nurofen appears is suppositories for children or suppositories. The product in this form is intended for rectal use. Suppositories are used for children aged 3 months and up to 2 years inclusive.

Rectal suppositories are produced in special cell packaging, which, when opened, are torn off along the applied contour. One pack contains two shaped packages of 5 suppositories each.

Just like with others dosage forms drug, suppositories should be stored in a place where the temperature does not exceed 25 degrees, and access for children is also limited. From the date of release, the product can be used for no more than 2 years.

The instructions recommend using Nurofen suppositories for children depending on the patient’s body weight. So, if a child weighs from 6 to 8 kg, then he can be prescribed 0.5-1 suppository maximum 3 times a day. If the weight reaches 8 and up to 12.5 kg, then 1 suppository is recommended up to 4 times a day.

The single maximum dosage is 10 mg per 1 kg of body weight. The daily dosage limit is 20-30 mg per 1 kg of body weight. The drug can be used if the child weighs at least 6 kg.

Nurofen performs sufficiently strong remedy, which should be used in children only in the indicated dosage. It is prescribed by the attending physician, who must first examine the little patient and also be aware of all the problems in the body that can lead to side effects.

The instructions for children recommend taking Nurofen in the form of suppositories only in cases where it is impossible to use a suspension or tablets. The drug acts faster and more effectively orally; rectally, it may take a little longer. The second method is applicable for vomiting, nausea or another situation.

The tablets can also be used for adults. The recommended dosage is the same as for children, but if necessary it can be increased slightly. This should be done under the supervision of a specialist and with his permission.

The prescribed course of treatment with the drug of 3 days should not be exceeded under any circumstances. If, after the allotted period, the result has not been achieved, and unpleasant symptoms are still present, you should immediately visit your doctor or other specialist.

You cannot get too carried away with the drug and give it systematically for any pain. When forming child's body additional medications can significantly harm and block proper development. Many problems caused by taking Nurofen can become chronic and lead to very serious consequences in the child's future. In case of overdose or any adverse reaction, you must immediately stop taking Nurofen and seek medical help.

Pediatricians often prescribe to young patients baby syrup Nurofen. It quickly reduces temperature, relieves pain and other signs of inflammatory processes. It will be useful for parents to know what the drug consists of and how to give it to children correctly to avoid overdose and side effects.

Treatment of children, especially very young ones, requires a special approach. Pharmacists have created especially for children medicine in the form of sweet syrup. White liquid viscous and tasty, which allows parents to give medicine to a sick child without any problems.

Nurofen for children is used in childhood according to indications.

The syrup has the main active ingredient - ibuprofen, in 1 tbsp. l. (5 ml) of the drug contains 100 mg of the active ingredient.

In addition, Nurofen contains:

liquid maltitol (sweetener);
glycerol;
purified water;
lemon acid;
sodium chloride;
sodium saccharin;
sodium citrate;
xanthan gum;
flavoring (strawberry or orange).

In pharmacies you can buy dark bottles of Nurofen (100, 150 and 200 ml) packed in boxes with orange or strawberry flavor. The package also contains detailed instructions on the use of the drug and a convenient dispenser with which it is easy to draw syrup from the bottle.

Pharmacological action and indications for use

Ibuprofen has the properties of slowing down the body's response to an infectious agent or inflammatory process.

The drug does not eliminate the cause of the pathology; it only temporarily reduces the severity of the disease.

Nurofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that is used as an analgesic and antipyretic in symptomatic therapy. The medicine is used to relieve pain, as well as in cases where it is necessary to quickly reduce the child’s body temperature.

Indications for taking the suspension are:

diseases accompanied by high temperature (>38.5) - influenza, acute respiratory infections, infectious pathologies;
post-vaccination fever (increased temperature in a child after vaccination);
pain during teething;
headache, migraine attacks;
muscle pain;
painful sensations after injuries to the musculoskeletal system, sprains;
sore throat and ears;
neuralgia of different localization.

Nurofen improves well-being, but does not cure the disease. The drug is used in complex therapy together with medications that affect the cause of the pathology.

At what age can it be given to children?

Pediatricians prescribe syrup to reduce fever and eliminate pain in children from 3 months of age who weigh more than 5 kg. In rare cases where it is necessary, Nurofen can be used in the treatment of patients for up to 3 months.

Nurofen Children is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Adolescents over 12 years of age can use syrup for symptomatic treatment as prescribed by a doctor, but drugs in a different form will be more effective for them.

How long does it take for Nurofen to work?

The speed of action of the medicine depends on when the child consumes the syrup. If Nurofen is used on an empty stomach, then after 20 minutes active substance from digestive tract penetrates the blood and begins to act. Maximum concentration ibuprofen in plasma is observed 45 minutes after taking the syrup.

Application should be competent in accordance with the doctor’s recommendations.

How long does it take for Nurofen to work if taken with or after food? Then the action will begin a little later - after 35–40 minutes. Largest quantity The drug will reach the blood 1.5–2 hours after administration.

The duration of action depends on the severity and extent inflammatory process. On average, Nurofen provides a decrease in temperature for 5–8 hours.

Children's syrup Nurofen: instructions for use

The pediatrician prescribes a suspension for oral administration. The active substance Nurofen is quickly absorbed into the blood from the gastrointestinal tract.

Suitable for treating children older than three months.

To ensure dosage accuracy, the package contains a measuring syringe along with the syrup, with which it is convenient to draw the drug from the bottle. The dispenser can be used several times, remembering to thoroughly rinse and dry after each use.

Directions for use and dosage

The dosage depends on the indications, the child’s age, weight and physiological characteristics. The calculation is based on the ratio: 5–10 mg of ibuprofen per 1 kg of body weight per dose. A maximum of 20–30 mg of the drug per kilogram of weight can be given to children per day.

Age (weight)	Recommended dosage of suspension	Maximum daily dose ibuprofen, ml
3–6 months (5–7.6 kg)	2.5 ml (50 mg) 3 times a day	150
6–12 months (7.7–9 kg)	2.5 ml (50 mg) 3–4 times a day	200
1–3 years (10–16 kg)	5 ml (100 mg) 3 times a day	300
4–6 years (17–20 kg)	7.5 ml (150 mg) 3 times a day	450
7–9 years (21–30 kg)	10 ml (200 mg) 3 times a day	600
10–12 years (31–40 kg)	15 ml (300 mg) 3 times a day	900

Special instructions for taking syrup

Nurofen is an antipyretic and analgesic.

To avoid unpleasant side effects during treatment, you should follow the rules for taking the syrup:

Do not use syrup for more than 3 days to reduce fever, and for more than 5 days for pain relief. Long-term use provokes the appearance of allergic reactions and digestive disorders.
Give the child a suspension after meals to reduce the irritant effect on the gastrointestinal mucosa.
Shake the bottle of syrup thoroughly before use.
There is no need to dilute the drug with water.
Wash down the syrup sufficient quantity liquids (milk, water, tea, compote).
The interval between doses of the suspension should be at least 6–8 hours.
If side effects occur, stop taking the drug and consult a doctor.

If after 3 days (for babies 3–6 months - 24 hours) after treatment with Nurofen, the symptoms have not improved, or even the condition has worsened, you should urgently call a pediatrician.

Use during pregnancy and lactation

It is necessary to consult a specialist.

The use of any medications during pregnancy or breastfeeding should be discussed with your doctor. Nurofen should not be taken in the last trimester of pregnancy.

Drug interactions with other drugs

Not all medications can be taken simultaneously with antipyretic syrup for children. To avoid undesirable consequences, you should carefully study the instructions regarding drug compatibility.

It is necessary to strictly follow the doctor’s recommendations to protect the child from possible side effects and complications.

How Nurofen works in combination with other medications:

The use of other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs requires adjustment of the dose of syrup. The pediatrician takes into account the total amount of active substance to avoid overdose.
Simultaneous use with acetylsalicylic acid reduces the effectiveness of drugs and causes side effects.
Taking anticoagulants that thin the blood along with ibuprofen enhances their effect.
The suspension reduces the effectiveness of diuretics and high blood pressure medications.
Ibuprofen reduces the amount of cardiac glycosides used to stabilize heart rate.
Concomitant use of syrup with corticosteroids increases the risk of side effects.
Taking ibuprofen with quinolone antibiotics causes a high risk of seizures.
The combination of the drug with antiplatelet drugs and serotonin inhibitors causes the likelihood of bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract.

A large list of medications that cannot be taken in combination therapy with Nurofen requires special care when prescribing a course of treatment.

Contraindications, side effects and overdose

You should especially carefully study the information about diseases and conditions for which Nurofen should not be taken.

Contraindications to taking the suspension for children are:

previously identified intolerance to a group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;
hypersensitivity to the components of the drug (ibuprofen and excipients, such as fructose);
peptic ulcers of the stomach or duodenum;
bronchial asthma;
previously identified bleeding after the use of NSAIDs;
kidney or liver pathologies;
increased potassium levels in the blood;
high degree of dehydration (due to diarrhea, vomiting);
blood diseases (hemophilia, leukopenia);
internal bleeding;
pregnancy in the 3rd trimester;
severe heart failure;
children up to 3 months (body weight up to 5 kg).

In addition, if you choose the wrong dosage for a child or continue treatment with Nurofen for a long period, unwanted side effects are possible.

Among them:

manifestations of allergies (itching, rash, bronchospasm, swelling);
nausea, vomiting;
abdominal pain;
lesions of the mucous membrane (ulcers, bleeding);
stomach upsets;
headache, dizziness;
disruptions in hematopoiesis (anemia, leukopenia);
kidney pathologies, cystitis;
increased excitability, insomnia.

Poisoning by the drug is possible if the child drinks too large a dose of the suspension. Signs of this condition appear 4 hours after taking the medicine.

Overdose symptoms:

vomit;
pain in the epigastric region;
lethargy, drowsiness;
noise in ears;
decreased blood pressure;
headache;
heart rhythm disturbance;
gastrointestinal bleeding;
acute renal failure;
convulsions;
coma (in rare cases with severe poisoning).

In case of overdose, you need to rinse the stomach, give the child activated charcoal, it will help alkaline drink. If necessary, the doctor will prescribe symptomatic therapy.

Terms and conditions of storage of syrup

Nurofen should be stored out of the reach of children, protected from sunlight, at a temperature of 15 to 25 degrees.

Must be stored out of the reach of children.

An unopened bottle is stored for 3 years from the date of manufacture, an opened bottle is stored for 6 months from the date of opening.

Syrup analogues

An excellent analogue of the product.

Among the synonyms of Nurofen, that is, drugs with the same active ingredient, the following medications can be distinguished:

Brufen. The drug is available in the form of effervescent granules and suspension. The second option is suitable for treating children.
Bofen. The suspension is suitable for the treatment of children from 3 months.
Orafen. Syrup for children from 6 months.
Ibuprofen. The tablets are recommended for use by children over 6 years of age.
Dolgit. Medicine in the form of a cream or gel for external use relieves pain. Recommended for children over 14 years old.
Has Tablets are prescribed to children over 12 years of age.
Ibuprom. Available in tablets and capsules. Suitable for patients over 12 years old.

Ibuprofen, which is part of these medications, quickly relieves pain, reduces fever and improves general state child.

Since now is the season when many people get sick (and it would be better not to get sick), the question of choosing an antipyretic drug for a baby is extremely relevant.

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Let's look at the main antipyretics that doctors recommend...

Nurofen
Panadol
Efferalgan
Analdim
Tsefekon
Advil
Analgin+No-spa

Nowadays there is simply a sea of means that can be used to bring down the temperature. The active ingredient is almost always the same, the only difference is in the dosage and manufacturer.

First of all, we will consider the most popular and most frequently prescribed medicine by pediatricians - Nurofen .

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Nurofen is produced by Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare International.

After reading about this brand, I became terribly interested in the fact that initially, and indeed, this company was engaged (and is engaged) in the production of cleaning and detergents for home. Here are some facts from Wiki:
“Reckitt Benckiser (RB) is a global leader in home, health and personal care products. Today, RB is one of the largest companies in its fast-growing category - leading the way thanks to its exceptional level of innovation.

Reckitt Benckiser is represented by 19 brands AirWick, Calgon, Cillit Bang, Clearasil, Dettol, Dosia, Durex, Finish, French's, Gaviscon, Harpic, Lysol, Mortein, Mucinex, Nurofen, Scholl, Strepsils, Vanish, Veet and Woolite. brands account for 2/3 of the company's revenue, with approximately 16 million RB branded products sold worldwide every day, occupying a leading position in the FMCG sector.
1880. - Mortein home insect repellent
1933. - the disinfectant product Dettol was launched into production.
1943. - in the USA, Guy Paschal invented the liquid air freshener Air Wick
1956. - Benckiser created Calgon
1958. - production of Strepsils lollipops began
1983. - the first over-the-counter product with ibuprofen as an active ingredient - Nurofen - went on sale.”

What is Nurofen?

Nurofen for children is an antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic drug. Nurofen for children contains the active ingredient ibuprofen - medicinal substance group of non-narcotic analgesics. Nurofen for children should not be prescribed simultaneously with other drugs from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, as well as acetylsalicylic acid.

Nurofen is produced in three “guises”:

1. in suppositories (in our opinion – suppositories)

Nurofen® for Children offers suppositories specifically for babies aged 3 months to 2 years. It is convenient to give it to a child if he often spits up, with nausea or vomiting, or loss of appetite. Nurofen® for children in the form of suppositories can be stored at temperatures up to +25°. Each suppository contains 60 mg of ibuprofen. Other ingredients: solid fat 1 (Vitepsol N 15), solid fat 2 (Vitepsol W 45).

Nurofen suppositories for children are intended for rectal use. The drug is recommended for patients weighing at least 6 kg and at least 3 months old. The recommended maximum single dose of ibuprofen is 10 mg/kg of the child's body weight. The recommended maximum daily dose of ibuprofen is 20-30 mg/kg of the child's body weight.
An interval of at least 6 hours should be maintained between single doses.

Children weighing 6-8 kg are usually prescribed 0.5-1 suppositories of Nurofen for children no more than 3 times a day.
Children weighing 8-12.5 kg are usually prescribed 1 suppository no more than 4 times a day. (piluli.kharkov.ua)

2. in suspension

“Long action - up to 8 hours.
Nurofen® for children contains ibuprofen, which helps not only reduce the temperature, but also relieve the baby from pain that often accompanies a cold (for example, sore throat or ear pain, headache, muscle aches).
The suspension does not contain sugar, alcohol or dyes, which is especially important for your child.
Orange and strawberry are children’s favorite flavors.”

The active ingredient in the suspension is ibuprofen (5 ml of suspension contains 100 mg of ibuprofen).

Additional substances in a suspension with orange taste:
maltitol syrup, citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium chloride, sodium saccharin, domiphen bromide, polysorbate 80, xanthan gum, orange flavor, glycerin, purified water.

Additional substances in a suspension with strawberry taste:
maltitol syrup, citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium chloride, sodium saccharin, domiphen bromide, polysorbate 80, xanthan gum, strawberry flavor, glycerin, purified water.

Nurofen for children is used as a means of symptomatic therapy for pain syndrome medium intensity in children aged from 3 months (with body weight more than 5 kg) to 12 years.
Nurofen for children is also used as an antipyretic after immunization and for acute inflammatory diseases in children weighing more than 5 kg.

Children from 3 to 6 months weighing at least 5 kg are usually prescribed 2.5 ml of Nurofen suspension for children 1-3 times a day.
Children aged 6 to 12 months are usually recommended to take 2.5 ml of suspension 1-4 times a day.
Children from 1 to 3 years old are usually prescribed 5 ml of Nurofen suspension for children 1-3 times a day.
Children from 4 to 6 years old are usually prescribed 7.5 ml of suspension 1-3 times a day.
Children 7-9 years old are usually prescribed 10 ml of suspension 1-3 times a day.
For children 10-12 years old, as a rule, it is recommended to take 15 ml of Nurofen suspension for children 1-3 times a day.

For children, the dose of ibuprofen is calculated taking into account body weight; usually no more than 5-10 mg/kg of the child’s body weight is prescribed at a time. The maximum recommended daily dose is 20-30 mg of ibuprofen per kilogram of the child's body weight. The minimum acceptable interval between taking single doses is 6 hours.

(Source: piluli.kharkov.ua)

Do not use the suspension for more than 3 days as an antipyretic, or for more than 5 days as an analgesic.

3. in tablets (for older children)

Nurofen® tablets, as well as Nurofen® suppositories and suspensions for children, contain the active ingredient ibuprofen, but in tablets its dosage is higher (200 mg): it is intended for children aged six years and older (with a child weighing more than 20 kg ). Children from 6 to 12 years old are prescribed to take 1 tablet of Nurofen for children no more than 4 times a day under the supervision of a doctor. The maximum recommended daily dose of ibuprofen for children over 6 years of age is 800 mg, for adults – 1200 mg. (piluli.kharkov.ua).

Other ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium citrate, stearic acid, colloidal silicon anhydride, carmellose sodium, talc, acacia, sucrose, titanium dioxide, macrogol 6000.

Take, for example, a child weighing 11 kg.

If you need to take no more than 10 mg/kg of ibuprofen per kilogram of weight one time orally, then the calculation is carried out like this.

We take the suspension, 5 ml of suspension contains 100 mg of ibuprofen.

The child weighs 11 kg. The formula is simple.

11kg * 10 mg/kg = 110 mg – single dose of ibuprofen. I always take the maximum number to make sure it works. Those. if they advise no more than 10 mg/kg, then I take exactly 10 mg/kg for the calculation.

In 5 ml - 100 mg of ibuprofen, and in? ml – 110 mg. Using the proportion method, we derive a single dose of Nurofen

(5*110/100) = 5.5 ml. It is best not to exceed this single dose of Nurofen.

Personal opinion

In my experience, Nurofen suspension is very sweet. So much so that it causes a vomiting reaction in the child. It needs to be given in large quantities, which is not the best for the child. My children, when taking Nurofen in suspension, spat it back out. Not only is the taste very synthetic, but there is also a lot of sugar in it. The children asked to drink constantly.

It’s good that Nurofen suppositories appeared. But I still switched to another antipyretic, since in 80% of cases of taking Nurofen, the temperature remained at reduced level about 2-3 hours, then rose again. I had to use other antipyretics to bring down the temperature.

And one more thing, Nurofen did not take my children’s temperature above 39.5. It took 40 minutes to bring down another temperature (39 degrees). And then only up to 38.5.

As for the side effects, very often children were allergic to it, a rash around the mouth and on the hands, cheeks flushed. She didn't itch, but it wasn't pleasant either. It is clear that this is individual, that the rash is due to the components, and not to ibuprofen. But you can’t separate it :)))

In terms of popularity, the drug is not far behind Nurofen - Panadol baby, active ingredient paracetamol

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This drug is produced by GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (England).

Panadol baby is used in the presence of pain, because in addition to being an antipyretic, it is also an analgesic.

Panadol Baby (suspension) – medicinal product for use in pediatrics, with antipyretic and analgesic effects. The drug contains the active substance - paracetamol - a drug from the group of non-selective non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Suspension for oral administration, containing 120 mg of active substance per 5 ml. Excipients: malic acid, xanthan gum, maltitol (glucose syrup hydrogenate), sorbitol, citric acid, sodium nipasept, strawberry flavor, azorubine, water.

Children aged 3 to 6 months are usually prescribed 4 ml of the drug 3-4 times a day with an interval of at least 4 hours.
Children aged 6 months to 1 year are usually prescribed 5 ml of the drug 3-4 times a day with an interval of at least 4 hours.
Children aged 1 to 2 years are usually prescribed 7 ml of the drug 3-4 times a day with an interval of at least 4 hours.
Children aged 2 to 3 years are usually prescribed 9 ml of the drug 3-4 times a day with an interval of at least 4 hours.
Children aged 3 to 6 years are usually prescribed 10 ml of the drug 3-4 times a day with an interval of at least 4 hours.
Children aged 6 to 9 years are usually prescribed 14 ml of the drug 3-4 times a day with an interval of at least 4 hours.
Children aged 9 to 12 years are usually prescribed 20 ml of the drug 3-4 times a day with an interval of at least 4 hours. (pills.kharkiv.ua)

Personal opinion

I don’t really like the taste of Panadol Baby, it’s bitter. But still better than the cloying taste of Nurofen.

The liquid is thick and viscous. Drinking this... well, is not for everyone. It is very viscous and difficult to swallow. But Panadol is smart, it brought down the temperature to 39.5 in 30 minutes.

Is there some more Panadol baby (suppositories) . The active substance is paracetamol. They have a dosage of 125 mg and 250 mg of paracetamol in 1 suppository.

Source: otzovik.com

Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline/Glaxo Wellcome Production (France), SmithKline Beecham (Portugal)

Used in children from 3 months to 12 years as: - an antipyretic for acute respiratory diseases, influenza, childhood infections, post-vaccination reactions and other conditions accompanied by an increase in body temperature; - an analgesic for pain of mild to moderate intensity, including: headaches and toothaches, muscle pain, neuralgia, pain from injuries and burns.

Children aged 3 months to 3 years are usually prescribed 1 suppository 3 times a day with an interval of at least 4 hours. (piluli.kharkov.ua)

Paracetamol, when administered rectally, is absorbed more slowly than when administered orally, with its peak concentration in the blood plasma reaching after 1 hour, while when administered orally, after 30 minutes to 1 hour (Clissold S.P., 1986; Kolloffel W.J., 1996).

Everything is simple, according to the same scheme as Nurofen.

Let's take a suspension. 5 ml contains 120 mg of paracetamol. Single dose – 10-15 mg/kg.

For a child weighing 11 kg, a single dose will be:

11kg*15 mg/kg = 165 mg – single dose of paracetamol.

Using the proportion method, we calculate how much Panadol baby should be given:

(5*165/120) = 6.875 ml of Panadol Baby - a single dose.

The antipyretic with the active ingredient paracetamol is produced in the form of suppositories called Efferalgan (candles)

Produced by UPSA

What is Efferalgan?

Efferalgan contains the active substance - paracetamol - a drug from the group of non-narcotic analgesics. The drug is used to treat children aged 1 month to 12 years suffering from pain of mild to moderate intensity ( toothache, myalgia, headache, teething pain). The drug is also prescribed to treat fever of various etiologies. The drug is intended for rectal use.

Usually they produce suppositories of 80 mg of paracetamol and 150 mg of paracetamol in 1 suppository. Doses of the drug are calculated depending on the child’s body weight, usually prescribed at 60 mg/kg body weight per day.

Children aged 1 to 5 months are usually prescribed 1 suppository of the drug Efferalgan 80 mg 3-4 times a day. An interval between applications of at least 6 hours should be observed.
Children aged 5 months to 3 years are usually prescribed 1 suppository of the drug Efferalgan 150 mg 2-4 times a day.

1 rectal suppository Efferalgan 80 contains:
Paracetamol – 80 mg;

1 rectal suppository Efferalgan 150 contains:
Paracetamol – 150 mg;

Personal opinion

I liked the effect of Efferalgan suppositories, they brought down the child’s temperature well, and in the presence of rotavirus, when you can’t put anything in your mouth, there is only one way out. In the presence of diarrhea (mild), after 20 minutes what was pushed in came out, but the temperature was reduced from 39.5 to 38.5.

Eat Efferalgan (syrup)

For children, doses of the drug are selected depending on body weight, while a single dose should not exceed 15 mg/kg body weight, and a daily dose should not exceed 60 mg/kg body weight.

The syrup contains 3 g paracemol per 100 ml or

1 ml of Efferalgan syrup contains:
Paracetamol – 30 mg;
Excipients: macrogol 6000 - 20.00 g, sugar syrup(sucrose, water) - 50.00 g, sodium saccharinate - 0.15 g, potassium sorbate - 0.40 g, citric acid - 0.107 g, caramel-vanilla flavor (butanedione, acetylmethylcarbinol, benzaldehyde, propylene glycol, gamma-heptalactone, benzyl alcohol, triacetin, piperonal , amyl cinnamate, vanillin, acetyl vanillin) - 0.20 g, purified water - up to 100 ml.

90 ml - plastic bottles (1) complete with measuring spoon - cardboard boxes.

This drug should be used with caution Analdim (candles).

Analdim – analgesic and antipyretic combination drug. The drug contains two active components- analgin and diphenhydramine.

Analgin is a drug from the group of non-narcotic analgesics that has pronounced anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects.

Analgin is a pyrazolone derivative with pronounced anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects. Diphenhydramine has antihistamine, sedative, central anticholinergic, anti-inflammatory effects. In addition, diphenhydramine potentiates the effect of analgin.

The drug is used as an antipyretic in patients with infectious and inflammatory diseases.

Children aged 5 to 14 years are usually prescribed 1 suppository of the drug Analdim 250/20 once a day. For pain syndrome, a single use of the drug is prescribed.
Children aged 1 to 4 years are usually prescribed 1 suppository of the drug Analdim 100/10 once a day. For pain syndrome, a single use of the drug is prescribed.
It is not recommended to use the drug for more than 4 days in a row.

1 rectal suppository of the drug Analdim 100/10 contains:
Metamizole sodium – 100 mg;
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride (diphenhydramine) – 10 mg;

1 rectal suppository of the drug Analdim 250/20 contains:
Metamizole sodium – 250 mg;
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride (diphenhydramine) – 20 mg;
Excipients. hard fat.

Manufacturer. JSC "Monfarm"
Address. 19100, Ukraine, Cherkasy region, Monastirische, st. Zavodskaya, 8.

Personal opinion

Children are prescribed 1 suppository at a time, but in some cases (age and weight) one suppository is not enough to reduce the rate and pain. In this case, you should not decide on the use of Analdim yourself; it is better to call your doctor or the emergency room and get a consultation.

One candle did not bring my child’s temperature down to 39.5 degrees. Although its composition makes it possible to think that it should do this, since it is designed to “take” more high temperatures than Nurofen and Panadol. At the emergency room they told me that 1 piece was not enough for the child’s age and weight. But you shouldn’t prescribe it yourself - that’s for doctors! Children under one year old should not take it.

This is not possible, because the drug contains analgin and diphenhydramine - not the best for young children. Therefore, firstly, it must be prescribed by a doctor, and secondly, it is used for in case of emergency, when the tempo is not interrupted by anything else.

Candles Tsefekon D also made with paracetamol

Manufacturer: Nizhpharm (Russia)

The active ingredient of the drug, paracetamol, has an analgesic and antipyretic effect.

What is Cefekon D?

The paracetamol drug CEFECON® D is used for fever accompanying infectious and inflammatory diseases (influenza, ARVI); pain syndrome of mild to moderate intensity of different origins, including headaches, neuralgia, toothache, pain from injuries, burns. Suppositories containing different doses of paracetamol make it easy to use the drug in children of almost all ages: from 6 months to 12 years. (http://www.apteka.ua/article/1143)

Their “colleagues” - Tsefekon N are prescribed for older children and adults.

A single use of the drug in children aged 1 to 3 months is allowed to relieve febrile syndrome after vaccination.

The dosage of the drug is calculated depending on age and body weight, in accordance with the table. A single dose is 10-15 mg/kg of the child’s body weight, 2-3 times a day, every 4-6 hours. The maximum daily dose of paracetamol should not exceed 60 mg/kg of the child’s body weight.

Average dosages for children:
Children aged 1 to 3 months - 50 mg 2-3 times a day.
Children aged 3 to 12 months - 100 mg 2-3 times a day.
Children aged 1 to 3 years - 100-200 mg 2-3 times a day.
Children aged 3 to 10 years - 250 mg 2-3 times a day.
Children aged 10 to 12 years – 500 mg 2-3 times a day.
The break between doses should be at least 4-6 hours.

1 rectal suppository contains:
Paracetamol – 0.05; 0.1 or 0.25g;
Excipients. Witepsol

For my children I chose Children's Advil. I first came across him on the advice of friends, many thanks to them, in 2012.

At that time, my children were already refusing Nurofen, they were getting sick of Panadol, I was in a little despair, because there was no longer a drug at hand that could be used urgently

Manufactured by Wyeth Consumer Healthcare, USA

This drug is available for children over 6 months in the following forms:

Drops for children 6-23 months

Repeat dose every 6 to 8 hours as needed.

Just use the measuring device that comes with the product to be sure you are giving the correct dose.

5 - 7 kg 6 -11 months 1.25 ml
8 - 11 kg 12-23 months 1.875 ml

Here, each 1.25 ml contains 50 mg of ibuprofen.

Based on this dosage, I had to give 2.5 ml drops to a child weighing 10 kg. But I gave strictly according to age - 1.875 ml of a measuring syringe. They take into account, apparently, not the limit values of the min and max of allowed ibuprofen (5-10 mg/kg), but the average - 7.5 mg/kg.

The drops are translucent, thin, do not taste chemical, and are pleasant for small children.

He just shot it down with a bang. The last time I had pneumonia, Advil drops brought my temperature down from 40.5 degrees in half an hour to 39.3. And he lowered it further. I really pray for him. But we have already grown from drops, so we move on to Syrup for children 2-11 years old

The syrup came in two flavors:

With a chewy taste)))

Grape flavored

This is what they look like in real life

Compared to lipstick, so you can see the height

They are available in this flavor

Appears to be liquid

It's blue

It's red. I like the taste better than blue, red bakes stronger tongue. The taste is not strong, there is no obvious chemistry. It's just a taste that hides the bitterness. In terms of consistency, I can say that they are much more pleasant to drink than Nurofen and Panadol. They are more liquid and easier to swallow. This is definitely a plus.

A measuring cup is included in the kit and the dosage according to age and weight is immediately written on the bottle.

Shake well before use.
Repeat dose every 6 to 8 hours as needed.
Do not use more than 4 times a day.
Find correct dosage on the diagram. If possible, use weight for dosing; otherwise, use age.
Just use the measuring device that comes with the product to be sure you are giving the correct dose. A regular kitchen teaspoon may not provide the correct amount of medicine.

5 ml syrup contains 100 mg of ibuprofen.

I give Vanya, who weighs 19 kg, 1.5 measuring cups. And from the calculation formula I should give 9.5 ml when calculating from 10 mg/kg. If you calculate the average (7.5 mg/kg), then you get 7.1 ml. I measured it, 6.5 ml of water fits in a 1.5 measuring cup.

Based on the table, 1.5 glasses are given to children weighing 16-21 kg :))) it’s somehow ambiguous, but it works)))

For older children there is chewable tablets for children 6-11 years old

21-27 kg 6-8 years 2 pcs
27-32 kg 9-10 years 2 ½ pieces
33-43 kg 11 years 3 pieces

When converting units, keep in mind that 1 lb is 0.454 kg

IN chewable tablets 1 tablet contains 100 mg ibuprofen

For children 6-11 years old there are regular pills

up to 21 kg up to 6 years, consult your doctor
21-32 kg 6-10 years 2 pcs
32-43 kg 11 years 3 pieces

Find the correct dose on the chart. If possible, use weight for dose; otherwise use age.
Repeat dose every 6-8 hours if necessary.
Do not use more than 4 times a day.

The tablets contain 1 tablet - 100 mg of ibuprofen

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