Properties
This medicine is intended for use in children and adults for the following complaints: mild to moderate pain of various origins, headaches (including migraine), toothache, muscle, joint and bone pain, pain after injuries, neuralgia, pain associated with colds and flu, menstrual pain, ear pain associated with middle ear infections. Fever of various origins (including flu, cold or other infectious diseases).
Dosage
For oral use. The maximum daily dose must not be exceeded. Children: The maximum daily dose of ibuprofen is 20–30 mg per kilogram of body weight, divided into 3 to 4 single doses. Children aged 6 to 9 years (20–29 kg): Initial dose: 1 capsule. Then, if necessary, 1 capsule every 8 hours. The maximum daily dose is 3 capsules (600 mg ibuprofen). Children aged 10 to 12 years (30–39 kg): Initial dose: 1 capsule. If necessary, take 1 capsule every 6 hours. The maximum daily dose is 4 capsules (800 mg ibuprofen). Adults and adolescents over 12 years (over 40 kg): Initial dose 1 to 2 capsules. If necessary, then take 1 (200 mg) to 2 (400 mg) capsules every 4 (for a dose of 200 mg) to 6 hours (for a dose of 400 mg). The maximum daily dose is 6 capsules (1200 mg ibuprofen). The minimum interval between doses is 4–6 hours. Swallow the capsules whole with a glass of water. The capsules must not be chewed, sucked or crushed. Patients should not take this medicine for more than 4 days for pain or 3 days for fever without consulting a doctor. This medicine is intended for occasional use. If symptoms persist, worsen or new symptoms occur, patients should consult a doctor. This medicine should not be used in patients with a body weight under 20 kg.
