Nurofen Express Max Strength 400mg Ibuprofen Tablets

• Take with a glass of water, with or just after food.
• Adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 tablet, then if needed 1 tablet every 4 hours. Only one tablet per dose. Do not take more than 3 tablets (1200mg) in 24 hours.
• Not suitable for children under 12 years.
• For short-term use only. Use the lowest dose for the shortest time. If symptoms last more than 3 days or get worse, stop and see your doctor.
• Do not take with other ibuprofen- or NSAID-containing medicines.

Safety information

Who should not use it

Do not use if you are allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin or other anti-inflammatory painkillers (NSAIDs) or any of the ingredients; if you have ever had wheezing, asthma, a runny nose, rash or swelling after taking these medicines; if you have (or have had) a stomach ulcer, bleeding or perforation; if you are in the last three months of pregnancy; or if you are under 12 years of age.

Warnings & precautions

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before use if you have heart, liver or kidney problems, high blood pressure, asthma, or a history of stomach problems, or if you take other medicines such as blood thinners, low-dose aspirin or other painkillers. Anti-inflammatory painkillers carry a small increased risk of heart attack or stroke, especially at high doses or with long-term use. Take with food to reduce stomach upset. Contains sodium and sucrose.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Avoid during pregnancy - it must not be used in the last three months, and should only be used earlier in pregnancy on medical advice. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are breastfeeding.

Possible side effects

The most common effects are stomach-related - indigestion, nausea or tummy ache. Stop use and seek help urgently if you have signs of stomach bleeding (black stools or vomiting blood), a serious allergic reaction (swelling, breathing difficulty) or a severe skin reaction.

Always read the label

This is a medicine. Always read the label and patient information leaflet before use. If symptoms persist, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Each tablet contains ibuprofen 400mg (as sodium ibuprofen dihydrate). Also contains sodium and sucrose.

Nurofen Express Max Strength 400mg Ibuprofen Tablets Patient Information Leaflet