Description
What are Nurofen soft capsules?
Nurofen soft capsules are pain relief medication that’s ideal for headaches, period pain, muscular pain, toothache, and lots of other everyday aches and pains. Nurofen soft capsules are perfect for anyone over the age of 12 who’s looking for a way to ease their pain, reduce swelling, and even bring down a fever.
What kinds of aches and pains can I use Nurofen for?
Nurofen is an ideal remedy for everyday aches and pains and minor injuries. Some of the most popular reasons why people take Nurofen soft capsules include:
Headaches
Migraines
Nerve pain
Backache
Period pain
Rheumatic pain
Muscular pain
Strains and sprains
Minor sporting injuries
Cold and flu symptoms
Dental pain
How does ibuprofen work to ease pain?
Ibuprofen helps to ease pain because it’s a type of drug known as a NSAID, or Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug. This means it changes the way your body responds to pain and inflammation, easing your pain and reducing swelling while also helping to reduce a high temperature. This is why ibuprofen is such a popular medication for everyday aches and pains like headaches, migraines, minor injuries such as sprains or strains, period pain, and cold and flu symptoms.
Can I take Nurofen if I’m taking other medication?
If you’re taking any other medication, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. You should not take this product if you’re currently taking:
More than 75mg of aspirin a day
Any other NSAIDs
Corticosteroid tablets
Quinolone antibiotics
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you are taking:
Blood thinning medication, also known as anticoagulants, e.g. warfarin, ticlopidine, aspirin
Medications to stimulate your heart, e.g. glycosides
Medications used to reduce high blood pressure, including ACE-inhibitors such as captopril, beta-blockers such as atenolol medicines, angiotensin-II receptor antagonists such as losartan
Diuretics, which are used to help you to pass water
Medications for the temporary suppression of your immune system, e.g. methotrexate, ciclosporine, tacrolimus
Medications for mania or depression, e.g. lithium, SSRIs
Medication for pregnancy termination, e.g. mifepristone
HIV treatment, e.g. zidovudine
Can I take this product if I’m pregnant?
If you’re within the first 6 months of your pregnancy or are breastfeeding, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Nurofen capsules. This product may not be suitable for you at this time, and you may be advised to use a different pain killer, such as paracetamol. If you’re in the last 3 months of your pregnancy, you should not take Nurofen capsules.
How to take Nurofen soft capsules
Take one or two Nurofen soft capsules with a sip of water. Take these capsules up to 3 times a day, leave at least 4 hours between each dose and do not take more than 6 capsules within a 24-hour period. Do not take this product for more than 10 days at a time, unless advised to do so by your doctor.
When should this product not be used?
Nurofen soft capsules are not suitable for children under the age of 12. Do not use this product if you are allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin or other NSAIDs, or any of the other listed ingredients. Do not use this product if you:
Have or have ever had a stomach ulcer, stomach perforation, or bleeding
Have had a worsening of asthma, allergic rash, itchy runny nose, or facial swelling while taking similar medication
Have had stomach bleeding or perforation when previously taking NSAIDs
Have severe liver or kidney problems
Have heart problems, high blood pressure, or blood coagulation disorder
Have breathing difficulties
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you have:
Asthma
Kidney, heart, liver, or bowel problems
High cholesterol, or have previously had a heart attack or stroke
A history of gastrointestinal disease, e.g. ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Are a smoker
A potassium-controlled diet
An intolerance to some sugars
Have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or a family history of heart disease or stroke
Does this product have any side effects?
Like all medication, Nurofen soft capsules can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. If you experience any of the following side effects while using this product, stop use and seek immediate medical attention:
Blood in your poo
Black, tarry stools
Vomiting blood or dark particles which look like coffee grounds
Difficulty breathing, unexplained wheezing, worsening of asthma
Other symptoms of allergic reaction, e.g. swelling of the face or throat, low blood pressure, fast heart rate
A severe skin reaction known as DRESS, which shows symptoms such as skin rash, fever, swelling of lymph …
Priscilla –
This is my preferred pain relief for arthritic hands – no side effects