Although side effects are uncommon, your child may get one of the known side effects of NSAIDs. If they do, or if you have any concerns, stop giving this medicine to your child and talk to your doctor as soon as possible. Elderly people using the product are at increased risk of developing problems associated with side effects.
Disorders of the stomach and bowel including abdominal discomfort or pain, nausea, dyspepsia, diarrhoea, flatulence (wind), constipation, 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.
Liver disorders that may be indicated by yellowing of the skin and eyes and/or pale stools and dark urine.
Kidney disorders that may be indicated by passing less or more urine than normal, cloudy urine, blood in the urine, pain in the back and / or swelling (particularly of the legs).
Nervous system disorders indicated by severe headaches, neck stiffness, disorientation, and light hurting the eyes
If you experience any of these, or have any other unusual symptoms or concerns, stop taking the product immediately and see your doctor.