About Nurofen Cold & Flu Tablets
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and nasal decongestant
Used for
- Relieves cold and flu aches, headache, fever, and sore throat
- Eases nasal and sinus congestion
Usual adult dose
Adults and those aged 12 years or older: 1–2 tablets every 4–6 hours; maximum 6 tablets in 24 hours.
Usual dose in children
Not for children under 12 years.
Common side effects
- Indigestion, nausea, or stomach pain
- Headache, dizziness, or restlessness
- Raised blood pressure or palpitations
- Rarely, stomach bleeding or severe allergic reaction
Important warnings
- Avoid with stomach ulcers, severe heart, kidney, or liver disease, or previous reactions to aspirin or ibuprofen.
- Do not combine with other ibuprofen, aspirin, or decongestants without professional advice.
- Pseudoephedrine can raise blood pressure and may cause difficulty urinating.
- Seek urgent care for sudden severe headache, vision changes, confusion, or seizures.
Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy unless a clinician advises otherwise; ibuprofen is particularly unsuitable from 20 weeks onward and must not be used in the last trimester.
Breastfeeding
Generally avoid this combination while breastfeeding; pseudoephedrine may reduce milk supply. Ask a healthcare professional about alternatives.
Interactions
- Blood thinners, other anti-inflammatory medicines, or corticosteroids can increase bleeding risk.
- Some antidepressants and blood-pressure medicines may interact with pseudoephedrine.
- Lithium, methotrexate, and diuretics may interact with ibuprofen.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.