Ibuprofen for Children (Amcal) TM
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Active ingredients: ibuprofen
Pack: Ibuprofen for Children (Amcal) 100 mg/5 mL oral liquid, 200 mL, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AMCAL IBUPROFEN SUSPENSION FOR CHILDREN ibuprofen 20mg/mL oral liquid bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Used for the temporary relief of pain and discomfort resulting from headaches, teething, earache and muscle sprains. Reduces fever and relieves the discomfort of cold and flu symptoms. May be used to reduce fever after childhood vaccinations.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Oral Liquid, suspension
- Oral
- Off white suspension with characteristic orange flavour.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 200mL pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
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 ?
(AHT)
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
