Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150ml with Dosing Syringe

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Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150 ml with Dosing Syringe it's a ibuprofen-based drug indicated for the treatment of fever and pain in children. Thanks to its formulation specifically developed for the pediatric age, it offers an effective, safe and well-tolerated action for the relief of the main febrile and painful disorders of childhood.

Brufenkids belongs to the category of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and works by reducing the production of prostaglandins, substances responsible for inflammatory processes, the appearance of pain and the increase in body temperature. Its active ingredient, ibuprofen 20 mg per ml, performs an action antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory, helping to quickly improve the child's well-being in case of fever, muscle or joint pain, headache, toothache or post-vaccination pain.

The oral suspension, from strawberry flavour and with a fluid consistency, it is easily accepted even by the youngest children and allows for precise and controlled administration thanks to graduated dosing syringe included in the package. The dosage must be adapted to the child's body weight, ensuring a personalized and safe treatment. Brufenkids is indicated for infants and children aged between 3 months and 12 years weighing more than 5 kg.

The formula also contains carefully selected excipients to guarantee stability, tolerability and pleasantness of use: maltitol syrup, xanthan gum, hypromellose and strawberry flavour, free of added sugars. It is gluten and alcohol free. The presence of sodium benzoate (E-211) e azorubine (E-122) is specified in the package leaflet to allow informed use in sensitive or allergic children.

Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension it's a self-medication drug (SOP), which can be purchased without a prescription, to be used for short periods in the symptomatic treatment of fever and pain in children. The effect generally manifests itself within 30 minutes of administration and can last up to 8 hours, ensuring prolonged relief and peaceful rest during feverish states.

Easy to dose, well tolerated and with clinically proven efficacy, Brufenkids represents one of the most reliable solutions for the treatment of fever and pain in pediatric age. Before use, it is important to carefully read the information leaflet and follow the dosage instructions based on the child's weight.

INDICATIONS

Why is Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150ml with Dosing Syringe used? What is it for?

Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150 ml with Dosing Syringe it's a ibuprofen-based drug indicated for the treatment of fever and pain in children.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS AND EXCIPIENTS

What is the composition of Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150ml with Dosing Syringe?

1 ml of BrufenKids Fever and Pain oral suspension contains:

Active ingredient

20 mg of ibuprofen.

Sodium benzoate (E-211), anhydrous citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium saccharin, sodium chloride, hypromellose, xanthan gum, maltitol syrup, strawberry flavor, azorubine (E-122), glycerol (E-422), purified water.

DOSAGE

How to take Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150ml with Dosing Syringe?

Infants and children aged between 3 months and 12 years and weighing more than 5 kg.

The daily dose is calculated based on the child's weight. The usual dose is 20 - 30 mg for each kg of body weight per day, to be taken in 3 doses (every 8 hours), unless specifically indicated by the doctor. The maximum dose is 30 mg for every kg of body weight per day.

Consult the following table, which contains some examples, to take the correct dose:

AGE (Weight in Kg) Single DOSE Total daily DOSE
3 months - 6 months (5 Kg - 7.7 Kg) 2.5 ml 7.5 ml
6 months - 12 months (7.8 Kg - 10 Kg) 2.5 ml 7.5 ml
1 year - 3 years (11 Kg - 15 Kg) 5 ml 15 ml
4 years - 6 years (16 Kg - 20 Kg) 7.5 ml 22.5 ml
7 years - 9 years (21 Kg - 29 Kg) 10 ml 30 ml
10 years - 12 years (30 Kg - 40 Kg) 15 ml 45 ml

Use the lowest dose for the shortest period of time needed to relieve symptoms. Consult your doctor if you do not feel better or feel worse or new symptoms appear after a treatment of: 3 days in infants and children over 6 months of age and in adolescents; 1 day in infants aged between 3 and 5 months.

INTERACTIONS

Which medicines or foods can modify the effect of Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150ml with Dosing Syringe?

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, even those without a prescription, as some medicines may interact with BrufenKids Fever and Pain or increase the risk of adverse events, including serious ones. BrufenKids Fever and Pain can affect or be affected by other medicines. For example:

other drugs that reduce pain and inflammation (NSAIDs and selective COX-2 inhibitors);
cardiac glycosides (e.g. digoxin), drugs used for heart diseases;
sulfonylureas, drugs used for diabetes;
medicines that have an anticoagulant effect (i.e. substances that thin the blood, preventing the formation of clots, e.g. aspirin/acetylsalicylic acid, warfarin, ticlopidine);
ciclosporin and tacrolimus, drugs that reduce immune defenses;
medicines that reduce high blood pressure (ACE inhibitors such as captopril, beta blockers such as atenolol, angiotensin II receptor antagonists such as losartan);
drugs that contain cortisone (corticosteroids);
drugs called 'selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors' (SSRIs), used as antidepressants;
aminoglycoside and quinolone drugs, a type of antibiotics;
zidovudine and ritonavir, drugs used in HIV infections;
methotrexate, used to treat cancer and some types of immune system diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis;
cholestyramine, a drug used to lower blood cholesterol levels;
lithium, used in depression;
voriconazole and fluconazole, drugs used in fungal infections;
Ginkgo Biloba, a plant extract used to improve circulation; probenecid, drug used in gout;
mifepristone, drug used for medical termination of pregnancy.

Some other medicines may also affect or be affected by treatment with BrufenKids Fever and Pain. Therefore, always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking BrufenKids Fever and Pain with other medicines.

WARNINGS

What are the warnings of Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150ml with Dosing Syringe?

Talk to your doctor before taking BrufenKids Fever and Pain if:

suffer from systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE, known as lupus) or mixed connective tissue disease, diseases that affect the connective tissue causing joint or muscle pain, skin changes and problems with other organs;
have had stomach or intestinal disorders, for example ulcer, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis;
you have reduced kidney function;
you have liver problems;
you have blood clotting problems;
you have or have had allergies (e.g. hay fever);
have inflammation of the nose (chronic rhinitis) or polyps on the nose;
you are elderly, as you are more likely to develop adverse events from this medicine;
have chickenpox, as pain and inflammation medications (NSAIDs) can worsen the severity of the skin lesions caused by it. In such cases the doctor may advise not to use this medicine;
suffer from asthma or respiratory diseases that have lasted for a long time (chronic);
if you are a child or a teenager or an elderly person and are in a state of dehydration as you are more likely to have kidney problems.

Heart attack and stroke

Anti-inflammatory/painkiller drugs such as ibuprofen may be associated with a modest increased risk of heart attack or stroke, especially when given in high doses. Do not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment. You should discuss your treatment with your doctor or pharmacist before taking BrufenKids Fever and Pain if you have:

heart problems including heart attack, angina (chest pain) or if you have a history of heart attack, coronary artery bypass surgery, peripheral arterial disease (poor circulation in the legs or feet due to narrowing or blockage of the arteries) or any type of stroke (including 'mini-stroke' or 'TIA', transient ischemic attack);
high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, family history of heart disease or stroke, or if you are a smoker.

BE CAREFUL, as during treatment with all pain and inflammation medications (NSAIDs):

bleeding, ulceration, or perforation of the stomach or intestine, which may be fatal, have been reported at any time, with or without warning symptoms, even in patients without previous serious stomach or intestinal (gastrointestinal) problems;
although very rarely, serious skin reactions, some of them fatal, manifested by redness, blistering and exfoliation have been reported (e.g. exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis). In the early stages of therapy, patients appear to be at higher risk: such reactions occur in most cases within the first month of treatment;
the signs of an infection may be masked, which can manifest for example with fever, pain and swelling;
Eye changes may occur if BrufenKids Fever and Pain is used for prolonged treatments. During therapy it is necessary to carry out periodic eye checks;
especially if used for prolonged periods and at high doses, headache may occur; in this case, do not increase the dose of BrufenKids Fever and Pain to relieve the pain.

The risk of having side effects can be reduced by using the lowest effective dose and for the shortest possible duration of treatment needed to control symptoms. Do not exceed the dose of BrufenKids Fever and Pain and do not take it for long periods; always follow your doctor's instructions carefully.

STOP treatment and contact your doctor if:

notice any stomach and intestinal (gastrointestinal) symptoms, especially bleeding;
a skin rash appears, mucosal lesions or any other sign of an allergic reaction (e.g. redness, itching, swelling of the face and throat, sudden drop in blood pressure).

BrufenKids Fever and Pain may cause side effects that may worsen your responsiveness to stimuli, such as headache, drowsiness, dizziness, vertigo, fatigue and vision disturbances. Make sure you do not suffer from any of these side effects before driving or using machinery or doing anything that requires alertness. This is especially important when you drink alcohol during treatment with BrufenKids Fever and Pain.

FORMAT

What is the format of Brufenkids 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension 150ml with Dosing Syringe?

150ml with Dosing Syringe

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