Nurofen

Nurofen is one of the UK's leading ibuprofen brands, used for the relief of pain and inflammation including headache, migraine, back pain, period pain, dental pain and the aches of colds and flu. The range spans standard tablets and capsules, faster-acting Express formats, targeted gels and Nurofen for Children.

Browse the Nurofen range at StockMyMedicine, dispatched from our UK pharmacy. Always read the label and the enclosed patient information leaflet before use, and speak to your pharmacist or GP if you are pregnant, have a stomach condition or are taking other medicines.

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About Nurofen

Nurofen is one of the UK's best-known painkiller brands, based on the anti-inflammatory ibuprofen. It is used to relieve pain such as headaches, back pain, period pain, toothache and muscular aches, and to bring down a fever.

The range includes standard and Express tablets and capsules, targeted products like Joint & Back, cold and flu versions, and Nurofen for Children.

Browse the Nurofen range below, dispatched from our UK pharmacy. Always read the label and the patient information leaflet, take it with or after food, and speak to your pharmacist if you have a stomach, heart, kidney or asthma condition, or are pregnant.

Frequently asked questions

Is Nurofen the same as ibuprofen?

Yes, the main active ingredient in Nurofen is ibuprofen, an anti-inflammatory painkiller. Own-brand and generic ibuprofen contain the same active ingredient at the same strength and work in the same way.

Can you take Nurofen and paracetamol together?

Yes, adults can take ibuprofen (Nurofen) and paracetamol together or alternate them, as they are different types of painkiller. Take each at its own recommended dose, do not exceed either, and check with a pharmacist before giving both to children.

Can you give Calpol and Nurofen together?

Calpol (paracetamol) and Nurofen for Children (ibuprofen) can both be given to children, but they are usually alternated rather than given at the exact same time, following the age and weight doses. Ask your pharmacist or GP how to alternate them safely, and never exceed either dose.

How long does Nurofen take to work?

Nurofen usually starts to ease pain within about 20 to 30 minutes, with the Express liquid capsules tending to work fastest. Take it with or after food, which is gentler on the stomach.

What is Nurofen?

Nurofen is a brand of ibuprofen used to relieve pain such as headaches, back and period pain and toothache, to reduce inflammation, and to bring down a high temperature. It comes in tablets, capsules, liquids and targeted formats.

Does Nurofen contain paracetamol?

Standard Nurofen contains ibuprofen rather than paracetamol, but some combined products - such as certain cold and flu versions - contain other active ingredients. Always check the label before taking any additional painkiller so you do not double up.

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