Do Not take Nurofen Extra Strength 400mg Liquid Capsules if you:
 have rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance. Contains 79.8 mg of sorbitol per dose, a source of 19.9 mg of fructose per dose.
have or have ever had a stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding
are allergic to ibuprofen, to any of the ingredients, or to aspirin or other painkillers
are taking other NSAIDs painkillers or aspirin with a daily dose above 75mg
are in the last 3 months of pregnancy
are under 12 years of age.                                                                                                                                           

This medicine contains 28mg of potassium per dose. To be taken into consideration if you have reduced kidney function or are on a controlled potassium diet.

Each Nurofen Extra Strength 400mg Liquid Capsule contains the active ingredient ibuprofen 400mg. Also contains: Macrogol 600, Potassium Hydroxide Solution, Sorbitol Liquid, partially dehydrated, Gelatin, Ponceau 4R (E124), Lecithin, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Titanium Dioxide (E171), Propylene Glycol, Polyvinyl Acetate Phthalate, Ammonium Hydroxide (E527), Macrogol 400, Purified Water

Nurofen Extra Strength 400mg Liquid Capsules are generally well tolerated by the majority of people, however, elderly patients are at increased risk of developing problems associated with side effects.  Disorders of the stomach & intestines including abdominal discomfort or pain, nausea, stomach ulcer, vomiting containing either blood or brown grit (like coffee grounds), black tarry stools, worsening of existing bowel diseases (ulcerative colitis or Crohn´s disease).  Blood disorders resulting in unexplained or unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, extreme pallor or weakness.  Allergic reactions including worsening of asthma, unexplained wheezing or shortness of breath, swelling of the face and tongue, collapse. In addition, there may be skin reaction (including hives and itching): these can sometimes be severe with blistering and peeling of skin.