Leaflet: information for the user
Geloprofen pediatric 40 mg/ml oral suspension
Read this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine, because it contains important information for you.
Follow exactly the administration instructions of the medicine contained in this leaflet or those indicated by your doctor or pharmacist.
1.What is Geloprofen pediatric and what it is used for
2.What you need to know before starting to take Geloprofen pediatric
3.How to take Geloprofen pediatric
4.Possible side effects
5.Storage of Geloprofen pediatric
6.Contents of the package and additional information
Geloprofen pediatric contains ibuprofen as the active ingredient and belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
This medication is used in children from 3 months old, adolescents, and adults, for the symptomatic relief of occasional mild or moderate pains, as well as in febrile states.
Do not take Geloprofen pediatric
Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before starting to take this medicine:
Infections
Geloprofen pediatric may mask the signs of an infection, such as fever and pain. Consequently, Geloprofen pediatric may delay the appropriate treatment of the infection, which may increase the risk of complications. This has been observed in bacterial pneumonia and skin infections related to chickenpox. If you take this medicine while you have an infection and the symptoms of the infection persist or worsen, consult a doctor without delay
Skin reactions
Severe skin reactions associated with ibuprofen treatment have been reported. Stop taking ibuprofen and see your doctor immediately if you present any skin rash, membrane lesions, blisters, or other signs of allergy, as these may be the first signs of a severe skin reaction. See section 4.
Severe skin reactions, such as exfoliative dermatitis, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), generalized acute pustular psoriasis (PEGA), have been reported in association with ibuprofen treatment. Discontinue Geloprofen pediatric treatment and seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms related to these severe skin reactions described in section 4.
It is essential to use the smallest dose that relieves/controls pain and not to take this medicine for longer than necessary to control your symptoms.
Cardiovascular Precautions
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen may be associated with a small increase in the risk of heart attack or stroke, especially when used in high doses and for prolonged periods. Do not exceed the recommended dose or treatment duration.
You should inform your doctor or pharmacist before taking ibuprofen if:
These types of medicines may also cause fluid retention, especially in patients with heart failure and/or high blood pressure (hypertension).
Respiratory disorders
Ibuprofen should be used with caution when administered to patients who have or have had asthma, bronchial asthma, or allergic diseases, as ibuprofen has been reported to cause bronchospasm, urticaria, or angioedema in these patients.
Children and adolescents
There is a risk of kidney damage in dehydrated children and adolescents.
In case of administration of this medicine in adults
Older patients
Older patients are at a higher risk of adverse events when taking NSAIDs, especially of gastrointestinal and intestinal origin. See section 4 "Possible side effects" for more information.
Patients with a history of gastrointestinal toxicity, especially older patients, should report any unusual abdominal symptoms (especially gastrointestinal bleeding), especially in the early stages of treatment.
Interference with diagnostic tests
If you are to undergo any diagnostic test (including blood, urine, skin tests that use allergens, etc...) inform your doctor that you are taking this medicine, as it may alter the results.
Other medicines and Geloprofen pediatric
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have used recently, or may need to use any other medicine, including those purchased without a prescription.
Ibuprofen may affect or be affected by other medicines. For example:
Other medicines may also affect or be affected by ibuprofen treatment. Therefore, you should always consult your doctor or pharmacist before using ibuprofen with other medicines.
Taking Geloprofen pediatric with food, drinks, and alcohol
It is recommended to take this medicine with milk or food, or immediately after eating, to reduce the possibility of stomach discomfort.
It is not recommended to take alcohol during treatment as it increases the risk of gastrointestinal or central nervous system adverse effects.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you think you may be pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
Pregnancy
Ibuprofen should not be taken during pregnancy, especially during the third trimester (see section Precautions during pregnancy and in fertile women).
Due to the association of ibuprofen-type medicines with an increased risk of congenital anomalies/abortions, it is not recommended to administer them during the first and second trimesters of pregnancy, unless strictly necessary. In these cases, the dose and duration should be limited to the minimum possible.
Do not take Geloprofen pediatric if you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy, as it may harm the fetus or cause problems during delivery. It may cause kidney and heart problems in your fetus. It may affect your predisposition and that of your baby to bleeding and delay or prolong delivery more than expected. Do not take Geloprofen pediatric during the first 6 months of pregnancy unless it is clearly necessary and as indicated by your doctor. If you need treatment during this period or while trying to become pregnant, you should take the minimum dose for the shortest possible time. From week 20 of pregnancy, Geloprofen pediatric may cause kidney problems in your fetus if taken for more than a few days, which may cause low amniotic fluid levels surrounding the baby (oligohydramnios) or narrowing of a blood vessel (ductus arteriosus) in the baby's heart. If you need treatment for a period longer than a few days, your doctor may recommend additional checks.
Breastfeeding
Although only small amounts of the medicine pass into breast milk, it is recommended not to take ibuprofen for prolonged periods during breastfeeding.
Female fertility
For fertile women, it should be noted that ibuprofen-type medicines have been associated with a decrease in the ability to conceive.This effect is reversible upon discontinuing the administration of the medicine.
Driving and operating machinery
If you experience dizziness, vertigo, visual disturbances, or other symptoms while taking this medicine, do not drive or operate hazardous machinery.
If you only take a single dose of the medicine or take it for a short period, no special precautions are necessary.
Geloprofen pediatric contains maltitol liquid (E-965), sodium, sodium benzoate (E-211), and benzyl alcohol (in the aroma).
This medicine contains maltitol liquid. If your doctor has told you that you are intolerant to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medicine.
Patients with low-sodium diets should note that this medicine contains 5.79 mg (0.25 mmol) of sodium per milliliter.
This medicine contains 1 mg of sodium benzoate per milliliter.
This medicine contains 0.0002 mg/ml of benzyl alcohol (in the aroma). Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
Benzyl alcohol has been associated with the risk of severe adverse effects, including respiratory problems ("choking") in children.
Do not administer this medicine to your newborn (up to 4 weeks old) unless your doctor has recommended it.
This medicine should not be used for more than a week in children under 3 years old unless your doctor or pharmacist has recommended it.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This is because large amounts of benzyl alcohol may accumulate in your body and cause adverse effects (metabolic acidosis).
Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have liver or kidney disease. This is because large amounts of benzyl alcohol may accumulate in your body and cause adverse effects (metabolic acidosis).
Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medication contained in this leaflet or those indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. In case of doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
For occasional use only and for a limited period.
It is essential to use the smallest dose that relieves or controls pain and should not take this medication for longer than necessary to control your symptoms.
You should use the most effective dose at the lowest dose for the shortest duration necessary to relieve symptoms. If you have an infection, consult a doctor as soon as possible if symptoms (such as fever and pain) persist or worsen (see section 2).
Use in children
The recommended dose of ibuprofen depends on the age and weight of the child. Generally, the recommended daily dose is 20 to 30 mg of ibuprofen per kg of the child's weight, divided into three or four individual doses. It is recommended not to exceed the maximum daily dose of 40 mg of ibuprofen per kg of weight. The interval between doses will depend on the evolution of symptoms, but it will never be less than 4 hours.
It is not recommended to use in children under 3 months or with a weight less than 5 kg.
The recommended dose in case of pain and fever is:
IBUPROFEN DOSAGE IN CHILDREN | |||
Age/Weight | Frequency | Dosage | Maximum daily dose |
3 to 6 months* 5 – 7.6 kg approx | 3 times a day | 50 mg (1.25 ml)/dose | 150 mg (3.75 ml) |
6 – 12 months* 7.7 - 9 kg approx | 3 to 4 times a day | 50 mg (1.25 ml)/dose | 150–200 mg (3.75-5ml) |
1 – 3 years* 10 – 15 kg approx | 3 to 4 times a day | 100 mg (2.5 ml)/dose | 300-400 mg (7.5-10 ml) |
4 – 6 years 16 – 20 kg approx. | 3 to 4 times a day | 150 mg (3.75 ml)/dose | 450-600 mg (11.25-15 ml) |
7 – 9 years 21 – 29 kg approx. | 3 to 4 times a day | 200 mg (5 ml)/dose | 600–800 mg (15-20 ml) |
10 – 12 years 30 – 40 kg approx. | 3 to 4 times a day | 300 mg (7.5 ml)/dose | 900-1200 mg (22.5-30 ml) |
*The use of this medication in children under 2 years will always be done under medical advice.
Adults and adolescents (over 12 years)
Take a dose of 5-10 ml (equivalent to 200-400 mg of ibuprofen) every 4 or 6 hours, if necessary, without exceeding 1200 mg of ibuprofen in a 24-hour period.
Due to the amount of ibuprofen contained in this medication, it is recommended to use other presentations more suitable for the treatment of these patients.
Patients with kidney and/or liver diseases
If you have a kidney and/or liver disease, you should reduce the dose and consult your doctor.
Older adults
If you are over 65 years old, the amount to be taken should be established by your doctor, as there may be a possibility of needing a reduction in the usual dose.
Older adults are more prone to its effects, so sometimes you may need to reduce the dose. Consult your doctor.
For occasional use only and for a limited period.
Consult your doctor if during the treatment period the symptoms persist or worsen.
Children from 3 to 5 months, you should consult a doctor if symptoms worsen or if after 24 hours they persist.
Children over 6 months of age and adolescents up to 18 years should consult a doctor if it is necessary to administer the medication for more than 3 days or if symptoms worsen.
Consult a doctor if symptoms worsen, if fever persists for more than 3 days or pain for more than 5 days in adults.
For oral administration.
Method of administration with the syringe
In patients withstomach discomfortit is recommended to administer the medication during meals.
If you take moreGeloprofen pediatricthan you should
If you take or accidentally administer a dose of ibuprofen greater than the recommended dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the toxicology information service, phone 91 562 04 20 indicating the medication and the amount used. It is recommended to bring the packaging and the leaflet of the medication to the healthcare professional.
If you have taken moreGeloprofen pediatricthan you should, or if a child has accidentally ingested the medication, consult a doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital to inform yourself about the risk and ask for advice on the measures to be taken.
The symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain (which may contain blood),headache, ringing in the ears, confusion, and involuntary movement of the eyes or less frequently diarrhea. At high doses, vertigo, blurred vision, low blood pressure, excitement, disorientation, coma, hyperkalemia (elevated sodium levels in the blood), increased prothrombin time / INR, acute renal failure, liver damage, respiratory depression, cyanosis, and exacerbation of asthma in asthmatics, symptoms of drowsiness, chest pain, palpitations, loss of consciousness, seizures (mainly in children), weakness, and dizziness, blood in the urine, low potassium levels in the blood, chills, and breathing problems.
If you forgot to take or give your childGeloprofen pediatric
Do not take or administer a double dose to compensate for the missed doses. If you forget to take or administer a dose, take it as soon as you remember and then take the next dose according to the previous administration interval.
If you interrupt treatment withGeloprofen pediatric
If you have any other doubts about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them.
The incidence of side effects is lower in short-term treatments and if the daily dose is below the maximum recommended dose.
The frequencies shown below refer to the short-term use of maximum daily doses of up to 1,200 mg of oral ibuprofen:
Common side effects(may affect up to 1 in 10 patients)
Uncommon side effects(may affect up to 1in 100 patients)
Rare side effects(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)
Very rare side effects(may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)
Unknown frequency(cannot be estimated from available data)
If any of the following side effects appear, discontinue treatment and seek immediate medical attention:
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any type of side effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is a possible side effect that does not appear in this prospectus. You can also report them directly through the Spanish System for the Vigilance of Medicinal Products for Human Use,www.notificaRAM.es.By reporting side effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medicine.
Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.
No special storage conditions are required.
Once the container is opened, store below 30°C for a maximum of 6 months.
Do not use this medication after the expiration date that appears on the container after “CAD”. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.
Medications should not be disposed of through drains or in the trash. Dispose of containers and medications you no longer need at the SIGRE collection point at the pharmacy. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of containers and medications you no longer need. By doing so, you will help protect the environment.
Composition of Geloprofen pediatric
Appearance of the product and contents of the packaging
Geloprofen pediatric is an oral, viscous suspension, white or almost white in color, and with a strawberry odor. It is presented in PET topaz-colored containers of 150 ml, equipped with a child-resistant closure.
It contains a 5 ml graduated syringe.
Holder of the marketing authorization and responsible for manufacturing
Holder of the marketing authorization
Ferrer Internacional, S.A.
Gran Vía Carlos III, 94
08028, Barcelona (Spain)
Responsible for manufacturing
DELPHARM BLADEL BV
Industrieweg 1
5531 AD Bladel
Netherlands
or
ZINEREO PHARMA, S.L.U
A Relva - Torneiros, s/n, O Porriño,
36410 Pontevedra
Spain
or
FARMALIDER, S.A.
c/ Aragoneses 2- Industrial Park Alcobendas
28108- Alcobendas
Madrid
Spain
or
FARMASIERRA MANUFACTURING S.L
Ctra de Irun Km 26,200
28700 (San Sebastian de los Reyes)
Madrid
Spain
Last review date of this leaflet: November 2024
Detailed and updated information on this medication is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices (AEMPS)http://www.aemps.gob.es
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