For use in children with a body weight of 10 kg or more (from 1 year of age), in adolescents and in adults
Ibuprofen
This medicine should always be used exactly as described in this patient leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor is an anti-inflammatory and analgesic medicine (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, NSAID) with antipyretic (fever-reducing) properties.
MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor is used for the short-term symptomatic treatment of:
MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor is used in children with a body weight of 10 kg or more (from 1 year of age), in adolescents and in adults.
strawberry
Before starting treatment with MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor, you should discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist.
If the patient has an infection - see below, section entitled "Infections".
Side effects can be minimized by using the smallest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary to control symptoms.
You should avoid taking MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor with other NSAIDs, including so-called COX-2 inhibitors (selective cyclooxygenase inhibitors-
2).
Elderly patients
The frequency of side effects during NSAID treatment, especially gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation, which can be fatal, is higher in the elderly. Therefore, during treatment in the elderly, careful medical monitoring is recommended.
Gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer disease, and perforation
There have been reports of gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer disease, and perforation, which can be fatal, with all NSAIDs, occurring at any time during treatment, with or without warning symptoms and with or without a history of severe gastrointestinal side effects.
The risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer disease, and perforation increases with increasing NSAID doses in patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease, especially if it was complicated by bleeding or perforation (see section 2. "When not to use MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor") and in elderly patients. Such patients should start treatment with the lowest available dose.
For these patients, as well as for patients requiring concomitant use of low-dose acetylsalicylic acid or other drugs that increase the risk of gastrointestinal side effects, consideration should be given to concurrent use of drugs with a protective effect on the gastric mucosa (e.g., misoprostol or proton pump inhibitors).
Patients with a history of gastrointestinal side effects should report any unusual abdominal symptoms (especially gastrointestinal bleeding), especially at the start of treatment.
Caution is recommended in patients taking concomitant medications that may increase the risk of gastrointestinal ulceration or bleeding, such as oral corticosteroids, anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (used to treat depression), or antiplatelet agents (e.g., acetylsalicylic acid) (see section 2. "MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor and other medicines").
If gastrointestinal bleeding or peptic ulcer disease occurs during treatment with MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor, treatment must be discontinued and medical advice should be sought.
In patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease), NSAIDs should be used with caution, as these conditions may worsen (see section 4. "Possible side effects").
Taking anti-inflammatory/pain-relieving medications, such as ibuprofen, may be associated with a slight increase in the risk of heart attack or stroke, especially when used in high doses. Do not exceed the recommended dose and duration of treatment.
Before using MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor, the patient should discuss the treatment with their doctor or pharmacist if:
During ibuprofen treatment, allergic reactions to this medicine have been reported, including difficulty breathing, swelling around the face and neck (angioedema), and chest pain.
Severe skin reactions have been reported with ibuprofen use, such as exfoliative dermatitis, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), as well as acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP). If the patient experiences any symptoms associated with these severe skin reactions described in section 4, they should immediatelystop taking MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor and seek medical attention.
It is recommended to avoid using MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor during chickenpox (varicella).
MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor may mask the symptoms of infection, such as fever and pain. As a result, MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor may delay the use of appropriate treatment and consequently lead to an increased risk of complications. This has been observed in the course of bacterial pneumonia and bacterial skin infections associated with chickenpox. If the patient is taking this medicine during an infection and the symptoms of the infection persist or worsen, they should immediatelyconsult a doctor.
Caution should be exercised when administering MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor to patients with asthma or a history of asthma, as NSAIDs have been reported to cause bronchospasm in these patients.
MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor should only be used after careful consideration of the benefit-risk ratio:
In the following cases, close medical monitoring is required:
Very rarely, severe, acute hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylactic shock) have been reported. If the first symptoms of severe hypersensitivity reactions appear after taking MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor, treatment should be immediatelydiscontinued and a doctor should be notified.
Ibuprofen, the active substance of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor, may periodically inhibit platelet function (platelet aggregation). Therefore, patients with coagulation disorders should be closely monitored.
During long-term use of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor, regular monitoring of liver enzyme activity, kidney function, and blood morphology is necessary.
Before surgery, the doctor or dentist should be informed about the use of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor.
Long-term use of any type of pain reliever for headache can worsen it. If this situation occurs or is suspected, the patient should consult a doctor for advice and discontinue treatment. Drug-induced headaches should be suspected in patients who frequently or daily experience headaches despite (or due to) regular use of pain relievers.
Generally, habitual use of pain relievers, especially combinations of several pain relievers at the same time, can lead to permanent kidney damage and is associated with the risk of developing kidney failure (analgesic nephropathy).
MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor should not be used in children under 1 year of age or with a body weight below 10 kg.
There is a risk of kidney function disorders in dehydrated children and adolescents.
The patient should tell their doctor or pharmacist about all medicines they are currently taking or have recently taken, as well as any medicines they plan to take.
MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor may affect the action of other medicines or other medicines may affect the action of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor. For example:
Also, some other medicines may be affected or have an effect on MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor treatment. Therefore, before using MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor with other medicines, the patient should always consult their doctor or pharmacist.
Particularly, the doctor or pharmacist should be informed if the patient is taking:
During treatment with MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor, you should avoid drinking alcohol. Some side effects, especially those related to the gastrointestinal tract or central nervous system, are more likely to occur when consuming alcohol and MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor.
If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, thinks they may be pregnant, or plans to have a child, they should consult their doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
Pregnancy
Do not take MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor if you are in the last three months of pregnancy, as it may harm the unborn baby or cause complications during delivery. It may cause kidney and heart problems in the unborn baby. It may also increase the risk of bleeding in the mother and child and prolong labor. During the first six months of pregnancy, do not use MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor unless your doctor considers it absolutely necessary. If treatment is necessary during this period or when trying to conceive, the smallest possible dose should be used for the shortest possible time. From the 20th week of pregnancy, MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor may cause narrowing of the blood vessel (ductus arteriosus) in the baby's heart or kidney problems in the unborn baby, which can lead to a decrease in the amount of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby (oligohydramnios), if used for more than a few days. If treatment is necessary for a longer period, the doctor may recommend additional monitoring.
Breastfeeding
Only small amounts of ibuprofen and its breakdown products pass into breast milk.
Since no harmful effects have been found in infants to date, breastfeeding does not usually need to be discontinued during short-term use. However, during longer use or when using high doses, breastfeeding should be considered for discontinuation.
Fertility
This medicine belongs to a group of medicines (NSAIDs) that may impair female fertility. This effect is temporary and reverses after treatment is stopped.
Since large doses of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor may cause side effects from the central nervous system, such as fatigue and dizziness, reaction time may be altered and the ability to actively participate in traffic and operate machinery may be impaired. This is especially true in combination with alcohol. The patient may then lose the ability to react quickly and appropriately to unexpected or sudden situations. In this case, do not drive a car or other vehicles! Do not operate tools or machines! Do not work without a secure footing for your feet!
If the patient or their child has previously been diagnosed with intolerance to some sugars, they should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
The medicine contains 6 mg of sodium (the main component of table salt) per 1 ml. This corresponds to 0.3% of the maximum recommended daily sodium intake in the diet for adults.
The medicine contains 1 mg of sodium benzoate per 1 ml.
The medicine contains 0.0002 mg of benzyl alcohol per 1 ml.
Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
Do not give to small children (under 3 years of age) for more than a week without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women and patients with kidney or liver dysfunction should consult their doctor before using the medicine, as a large amount of benzyl alcohol may accumulate in their body and cause side effects (so-called "metabolic acidosis").
This medicine should always be used exactly as described in this patient leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
In case of doubt, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Use the smallest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary to control symptoms. If the patient feels that the pain-relieving effect is too weak, they should not increase the dose without consulting their doctor.
If the patient has used a larger dose of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor than recommended or if a child has accidentally taken the medicine, they should always consult their doctor or go to the nearest hospital to get an opinion on the possible risk to their health and advice on what to do.
The recommended dose is:
Body weight (age) | Single dose | Maximum daily dose (24 hours) |
| 2.5 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 100 mg of ibuprofen) | 7.5 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 300 mg of ibuprofen) |
| 3.75 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 150 mg of ibuprofen) | 11.25 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 450 mg of ibuprofen) |
| 5 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 200 mg of ibuprofen) | 15 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 600 mg of ibuprofen) |
| 5 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 200 mg of ibuprofen) | 20 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 800 mg of ibuprofen) |
In children and adolescents, the dosage of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor depends on body weight, with a single dose usually being 7-10 mg/kg of body weight, up to a maximum daily dose of 30 mg/kg of body weight.
The interval between consecutive doses should be at least 6 hours.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
No special dose adjustment is required (see section 2: "Warnings and precautions").
In mild to moderate kidney or liver dysfunction, dose reduction is not required.
Oral administration.
The packaging includes an oral dosing syringe with a capacity of 5 ml (with a scale every 0.25 ml).
The oral suspension can be taken independently of meals. Patients with sensitive stomachs are advised to take MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor during meals.
≥ 40 kg (Adolescents from 12 years of age and adults) |
| 30 ml of oral suspension (corresponding to 1200 mg of ibuprofen) |
in accordance with the child's swallowing speed.
After use, the bottle should be closed with the cap. Then, the plunger should be removed from the cylinder of the oral dosing syringe, washed with warm water, and left to dry. The oral dosing syringe should be stored out of sight and reach of children.
If the patient feels that MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor is too strong or too weak, they should talk to their doctor.
The medicine is intended for short-term use only.
If children and adolescents need to take this medicine for more than 3 days or if symptoms worsen, they should consult a doctor.
If adults experience worsening symptoms or need to take this medicine for more than 3 days for fever or more than 4 days for pain treatment, they should consult a doctor.
MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor should be used as directed by the doctor or according to the dosage instructions in this leaflet. If the patient feels that the pain-relieving effect is too weak, they should not increase the dose without consulting their doctor.
If the patient has used a larger dose of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor than recommended or if a child has accidentally taken the medicine, they should always consult their doctor or go to the nearest hospital to get an opinion on the possible risk to their health and advice on what to do.
Overdose symptoms may include nausea, stomach pain, vomiting (which may contain blood), headache, ringing in the ears, disorientation, and nystagmus. Additionally, gastrointestinal bleeding is possible. After taking a large dose, drowsiness, a feeling of impending fainting, chest pain, palpitations, loss of consciousness, seizures (mainly in children), weakness, and dizziness have been reported, as well as blood in the urine, low potassium levels in the blood, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, respiratory depression, decreased blood pressure, cyanosis (blue discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes), feeling of cold, and breathing difficulties. There is no specific antidote.
Do nottake a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
In case of any further doubts about using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The following side effects are all those reported during ibuprofen use, including those reported during long-term use of ibuprofen in high doses in patients with rheumatic diseases.
Side effects more frequent than very rare are those that occur during short-term use in daily doses not exceeding the maximum dose of 1200 mg of ibuprofen (= 30 ml of MIG for children Forte with a strawberry flavor maximum daily dose for adults and adolescents with a body weight over 40 kg) in the case of oral medicines and a maximum dose of 1800 mg of ibuprofen in the case of suppositories.
Regarding the side effects listed below, it should be taken into account that they mostly show a dose-dependent relationship and are characterized by significant individual variability.
The most common side effects are related to the gastrointestinal tract.
Gastrointestinal ulcers and perforation, which can be fatal, especially in the elderly (see section 2. "Warnings and precautions"), may occur.
Varying skin rashes.
Store the medicine in a place invisible and inaccessible to children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton and bottle after: "EXP". The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month. This medicine does not require special storage conditions. After first opening the product, do not store it at a temperature above 30°C. After opening, the medicine can be used for 6 months. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste containers. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.
The active substance is ibuprofen. 1 ml of oral suspension contains 40 mg of ibuprofen. The other ingredients are: sodium benzoate (E 211), anhydrous citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium saccharin, sodium chloride, hypromellose 15 cP, xanthan gum, liquid maltitol (E 965), glycerol (E 422), thaumatin (E 957), strawberry flavor (substances identical to natural flavors, natural flavors, corn maltodextrin, triethyl citrate [E 1505], propylene glycol [E 1520], and benzyl alcohol), purified water.
MIG for children Forte strawberry flavor, oral suspension is a viscous suspension with a color from white to creamy. MIG for children Forte strawberry flavor, 40 mg/ml oral suspension is available in plastic bottles of 30 ml, 100 ml, 150 ml, and 200 ml with a child-resistant closure. Not all pack sizes may be marketed. To facilitate accurate dosing, an oral syringe made of polypropylene with a scale of 0.25 ml to 5 ml is included with the package.
Marketing authorization holder Berlin-Chemie AG, Glienicker Weg 125, 12489 Berlin, Germany. Manufacturer Berlin-Chemie AG, Glienicker Weg 125, 12489 Berlin, Germany. Laboratorios Alcalá Farma, S.L., Avenida de Madrid, 82, 28802 Alcalá de Henares - Madrid, Spain. For more detailed information on this medicinal product, please contact the local representative of the marketing authorization holder: Berlin-Chemie/Menarini Polska Sp. z o.o., Tel.: +48 22 566 21 00, Fax: +48 22 566 21 01
Bulgaria МИГ джуниър, Estonia Ibustar forte, Germany Eudorlin Ibuprofen 40 mg/ml Suspension zum Einnehmen, Latvia Ibustar bērniem 200 mg/5 ml suspensija iekšķīgai lietošanai, Lithuania Ibustar 40 mg/ml geriamoji suspensija, vaikams, Poland MIG dla dzieci Forte o smaku truskawkowym, Slovakia MIG 4% perorálna suspenzia, Spain EUDORLIN 40 mg/ml suspensión oral
Date of last revision of the leaflet:01/2025
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