Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain Relief Plaster

What is Nurofen Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster?

Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster provides targeted relief from muscular pain and tenderness for 24 hours. Nurofen plasters contain Ibuprofen, which is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster is suitable for use in adolescents and adults over the age of 16 years to get on top of short-term pain caused by muscular strains, sprains, and benign traumas close to the joint of the upper or lower limb.

How does Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster work?

Ibuprofen on its own is a pain killer and is a medication known as a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID). Pain and inflammation are caused by the body producing a chemical called prostaglandin as a result of infection or injury.

The Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plasters work like a local anesthetic, delivering ibuprofen to the source of your pain, whether a muscular strain or sprain. The plasters can be applied at the site of pain or inflammation offering pain relief that lasts up to 24 hours.

How long does Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster work?

The medicated patch locally delivers ibuprofen to the site of pain, continuously, over 24 hours of application.

Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster for next day delivery

At The Independent Pharmacy, we strive to provide a service that is accessible and entirely focused on our customers. We therefore provide a choice of multiple delivery options, including next day delivery, that are designed to work around you.

You will be able to select the delivery option that works for you when you check out. If you would like more information about what we offer, please see our Delivery Information page.

Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster dosage

Before using Nurofen medicated plaster ensure that you have read and understood the full information provided in the Patient Information Leaflet.

For use on skin only and should only be used on healthy, unbroken skin.

Adolescents and adults over 16 years old: Use one medicated plaster every 24 hours.

Do not use more of this medicine than the label tells you. Do not use it on children under 16 years. If symptoms worsen or persist for longer than 5 days, consult your doctor.

Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster ingredients

The active ingredients contained in Nurofen medicated plaster is/are:

Ibuprofen 200mg

Nurofen medicated plaster also contains the following :

Adhesive layer: Macrogol 400, Macrogol 20000, Levo-Menthol, Styrene-Isoprene-Styrene Block, Copolymer, Polyisobutylene, Hydrogenated Rosin Glycerol Ester, Liquid Paraffin.

Backing layer: Woven Polyethylene Terephthalate(PET)
Release liner: Silicone coated Polyethylene Terephthalate(PET)

Always read the Patient Information Leaflet before use.

Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster side effects

As with other medications, Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster can cause some people to experience unwanted side effects. Please ensure that you have read the Patient Information Leaflet thoroughly for full details of reported side effects.

Nurofen Joint & Muscular Pain 200mg medicated plaster warnings

Before using Nurofen medicated plaster please take the time to read and understand the warnings and precautions detailed in the Patient Information Leaflet.

You should not use Nurofen medicated plaster if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are allergic to ibuprofen, asprin or other NSAIDS or any of the ingredients in the plaster
• if you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy
• do not use on the eyes, mouth, lips or genital area
• for more than 5 days
• Do not apply to broken or damaged skin

You should speak to a doctor or pharmacist before using Nurofen medicated plaster if any of the following apply to you:

• You have recently taken or are currently taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medication
• You have or have ever had asthma or suffer from allergies.
• Have gastric ulcer, bowel, heart, kidney or liver problems
• You are in the first 6 months of pregnancy or breastfeeding
  
  This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist Seek advice before using if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you suffer from allergies.

Storage:

Do not store above 25°C. Shelf-life after first opening of the sachet: 6 months. Store in the original package in order to protect from light