Information
MAXOFEN tablets are used for temporary relief of acute (short term) pain and/or inflammation associated with headache, migraine headache, tension headache, sinus pain, toothache, dental procedures, backache, muscular aches and pains, period pain, sore throat, tennis elbow, rheumatic pain and arthritis, and the aches and pains associated with colds and flu. Reduces fever.
Ingredients
Each tablet contains ibuprofen 200mg and paracetamol 500mg.
Contains lactose (as part of the tablet coating)
How To Use
Adults under 65 years and children over 12 years: Take one tablet with fluid every 8 hours, as necessary.
Do not take more than three tablets in 24 hours. Do not use for more than 3 days at a time (adults) or 2 days (adolescents aged 12 to 17 years), except on the advice of a doctor.
MAXOFEN tablets are not recommended for children under 12 years of age or adults aged over 65 years.
Warnings
Do not take more than the recommended dose as it may cause serious harm to your liver. Do not use MAXOFEN Paracetamol 500 mg and Ibuprofen 200 mg if: • any medicine containing ibuprofen, aspirin or other NSAIDs, • any medicine containing paracetamol, • any of the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet. • any other medicine for pain relief • Some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction may include: • shortness of breath, • wheezing or difficulty breathing, • swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body, • rash.
Always read and follow the label. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the pack or if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering. If it has expired or is damaged, return it to your pharmacist for disposal. If you are not sure whether you should start using MAXOFEN Paracetamol 500 mg and Ibuprofen 200 mg, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
The hazard of paracetamol overdose is greater in patients with noncirrhotic alcoholic liver disease. Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if the patient feels well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Undesirable effects may be minimised by using the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary to control symptoms. Patients must not exceed the stated dose.
