Is Nurofen cold and flu the same as Nurofen?

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Is Nurofen cold and flu the same as Nurofen?

Nurofen Cold & Flu Tablets contain a pain reliever and decongestant to tackle cold and flu symptoms. The dual action formula of Nurofen Cold & Flu Tablets provides non-drowsy relief from the symptoms of cold and flu. Combining the targeted action* of Nurofen with the decongestant pseudoephedrine hydrochloride.

Can you have Nurofen and cold and flu tablets?

Unless advised by your doctor, do not take Nurofen if you are taking products containing ibuprofen, aspirin, or other anti-inflammatory medicines, or if you are taking medication regularly.

How often can you take Nurofen cold and flu tablets?

Two tablets up to 3 times a day. Leave at least four hours between doses and do not take more than 6 tablets in any 24hour period. Not to be given to children under 12 years. Hypersensitivity to ibuprofen, phenylephrine or any of the excipients listed in section 6.1.

Is Nurofen Express good for cold and flu?

Nurofen express 200mg are liquid capsules that work quickly and effectively to provide you with pain relief for a variety of different complaints including headaches, backache, cold and flu symptoms, period pains and muscular and rheumatic pain.

Can you take Nurofen Cold and Flu and paracetamol together?

It’s safe to take paracetamol with other types of painkiller that don’t contain paracetamol, such as ibuprofen, aspirin and codeine. Do not take paracetamol alongside other medicines that contain paracetamol. If you take 2 different medicines that contain paracetamol, there’s a risk of overdose.

Can I take Nurofen cold and flu without food?

The tablets should preferably be taken with or after food. This medicine should be used for the shortest possible time to relieve symptoms. If your symptoms persist despite treatment or get worse, get medical advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

Can I take Nurofen cold and flu and paracetamol?

Can Nurofen and Panadol be taken together?

Is it safe to give paracetamol and ibuprofen together at the same time? The quick answer is yes, you can. Paracetamol and ibuprofen do not react with each other to harm your child.

Is Nurofen an anti-inflammatory?

Ibuprofen is a medicine called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is also known as ‘an NSAID’. Speak with a doctor before taking ibuprofen if you have ever had a bad reaction to any other anti-inflammatory painkiller.

What’s the difference between Nurofen and Nurofen Express?

Typically, Nurofen products contain the same active dose of ibuprofen as generic ibuprofen tablets, which is 200mg. Nurofen claims to ‘target pain fast’, stating that its express capsules are in a liquid format which is easily absorbed into the body to get to the site of pain faster.

Can I take Nurofen and paracetamol together?

What is Nurofen ® Cold and flu?

NUROFEN ® COLD AND FLU is used for the fast effective temporary relief of the symptoms of colds and flu. NUROFEN ® COLD AND FLU contains the active ingredients ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride. Ibuprofen is used for the relief of the symptoms of colds and flu, including aches and pains, headache, fever and sore throat.

How many Nurofen can you take in 24 hours?

Maximum 6 tablets in 24 hours. Nurofen Cold & Flu provides effective temporary relief of the major symptoms associated with cold and flu without causing drowsiness, including headache, sore throat, sinus pain, body aches & pains, runny nose, blocked nose and fever.

Is it safe to take Nurofen during the last trimester of pregnancy?

During the last trimester of pregnancy. Nurofen Cold and Flu with Decongestant should be administered with caution, and at the lowest effective dose, in patients with a history of gastrointestinal haemorrhage or ulcer, asthma and particularly those with aspirin-sensitive asthma and in patients with hepatic, renal or cardiac impairment.