Nurofen Plus is a dual action medicine and works both at the site of pain and also to reduce the body’s response to pain signals.

Its formulation contains a combination of the active ingredient of Nurofen Plus (ibuprofen) with the additional pain-relieving power of codeine.

Nurofen plus – Powerful Dual Action

Targeted relief of pain and inflammation

What ingredients are in Nurofen plus?

Each tablet contains Ibuprofen 200mg and Codeine phosphate 12.8mg. (Tablets also contain Microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycollate, pregelatinised starch, hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E171), talc).

Nurofen Plus provides temporary relief of strong pain and/or inflammation associated with:

migraine headache

tension headache

headache

period pain

dental pain

back pain

neuralgia

rheumatic pain & arthritic pain

muscular pain

How does Nurofen Plus work in the body?

Nurofen Plus contains the anti-inflammatory ingredient Ibuprofen. Ibuprofen belongs to a group of medicines that is known as the Non Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs – or NSAID’s. These NSAID’s act as non-selective inhibitors of the enzyme cyclooxygenase. (Cyclooxygenase enhances the formation of prostaglandins and thromboxane from arachadonic acid. Prostaglandins act (among other things) as messenger molecules in the process of inflammation). By inhibiting the cyclooxygenase enzyme, the body’s response to inflammation is thus reduced.

Nurofen plus also contains the powerful pain-relieving analgesic Codeine. Codeine binds with certain receptors in the central nervous system to alter processes affecting both the perception of pain and the body’s emotional response to the pain. The exact sites and mechanisms of action have not yet been fully determined.

Dosage:

Adults and children over 12 years:
Initial dose: Take two tablets taken with fluid then one or two tablets every four to six hours when necessary.

Do not exceed: 6 tablets in 24 hours.
Nurofen plus is not suitable for children under 12 years of age.
If symptoms persist for more than three days consult a doctor.

Nurofen Plus may upset the stomach it is recommend that it is taken with meals.

Do not take Nurofen Plus if:

you have a stomach ulcer or other stomach disorders, kidney or heart problems

you are allergic to aspirin, ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatory medicines, codeine or other opioid analgesics.

You suffer from chronic constipation.

You are under 12 years of age

Do not take Nurofen Plus if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Most asthmatics can take Nurofen Plus, but if you are sensitive to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatories do not take this product.

You should consult your Physician before taking Nurofen Plus if

You suffer from severe asthma

You have any thyroid disorders

You have heart, liver or kidney problems

You are taking any other regular medication – especially:

Anti-coagulants (medicines for thinning the blood)

Other pain relieving medication or products that contain Aspirin, Ibuprofen or other NSAIDs

Methotrexate or Lithium

Side effects of Nurofen Plus:

Nurofen plus is generally well tolerated in most people, however, as with all medicines, there may be side-effects in rare cases. These side-effects may include:

Nausea, stomach discomfort, stomach ulcers, rashes, itching, worsening of asthma, constipation, shortness of breath, dizziness, drowsiness, black tarry stools

If any of these side-effects occur, we recommend that you consult with your physician without delay.

Caution:

This preparation is for the relief of minor and temporary ailments and should be used strictly as directed. Prolonged use without medical supervision could be harmful.

Codeine may cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery.

Avoid alcohol.

Nurofen Plus Storage Conditions

It is recommended that Nurofen Plus be stored in its original packet in temperatures below 25 degrees Celcius.

Store all medicines in a dry place

Keep Nurofen Plus out of the reach of children, Never share your medication with anyone else.

Do not use after the expiry date labelled on the medicine pack.

Take medication Whole (with fluids) Do Not Chew.