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Medicines flurbiprofenQuestion & answer

flurbiprofen · Medicine question

Can children use flurbiprofen?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 20 August 2026

The answer

Answer

It depends on the product. Selected lozenges are for people over 12, the selected spray is for adults, and tablets are not recommended below 12.

Sources for this answer

Flurbiprofen 50mg Tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Strefen Direct Cherry and Mint Flavour 8.75mg Oromucosal Spray — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Strefen Eucalyptus and Manuka Honey Flavour 8.75mg Lozenges — Current selected SmPC

emc · Summary of Product Characteristics

Strefen Orange Flavour Sugar Free 8.75mg Lozenges — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics

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