Bell's Period Pain Relief 200mg Soft Capsules contain ibuprofen 200mg, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve period pain and other types of mild to moderate pain.

Ibuprofen works by reducing the body's response to pain, inflammation and high temperature. These soft capsules provide relief from period pain (dysmenorrhoea) and are also licensed for headaches, migraines, dental pain, neuralgia, rheumatic pain, muscular pain, backache, feverishness and symptoms of colds and flu.

Suitable for adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over, Bell's Period Pain Relief Soft Capsules are taken orally with water. The recommended dose is 1 or 2 capsules up to three times daily when required, leaving at least four hours between doses.

Each pack contains 16 soft capsules, providing a convenient oral formulation for short-term relief of period pain.

Do not take more than 6 capsules in 24 hours. Always use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve symptoms.

Read the Patient Information Leaflet before use.

Main ingredient: Ibuprofen 200mg per soft capsule.

Bell's Period Pain Relief 200mg Soft Capsules are used for the short-term relief of period pain, headache, migraine, dental pain, neuralgia, rheumatic and muscular pain, backache, feverishness and symptoms of colds and flu.

Adults and the elderly:

• Take 1 or 2 capsules with water, up to three times daily as required.
• Leave at least 4 hours between doses.
• Do not exceed 6 capsules (1200mg ibuprofen) in 24 hours.
• Do not take for longer than 10 days unless advised by your doctor.
• Consult your doctor if symptoms persist, worsen or new symptoms develop.

Adolescents aged 12 to 17 years:

• Take 1 or 2 capsules with water, up to three times daily as required.
• Leave at least 4 hours between doses.
• Do not exceed 6 capsules in 24 hours.
• Consult a doctor if the medicine is required for more than 3 days or if symptoms worsen.

Children under 12 years: Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years of age.

How to take:

1. Take the recommended number of capsules by mouth with water.
2. Leave at least 4 hours before taking another dose.
3. Take only when required and do not exceed the maximum daily dose.
4. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration.

Missed dose: If you forget to take a dose, follow the usual dosing instructions when you next require pain relief. Do not take extra capsules to make up for a missed dose.

Important advice:

• This medicine is intended for short-term use only.
• Do not combine with other medicines containing ibuprofen or other NSAIDs.
• If you have an infection and symptoms such as fever or pain persist or worsen, consult a doctor without delay.
• Do not continue taking this medicine beyond the recommended duration without medical advice.

Overdose: If you take more capsules than recommended, or a child accidentally takes the medicine, contact a doctor or the nearest hospital immediately, even if you feel well. Take the packaging and leaflet with you.

Always read and follow the Patient Information Leaflet before use.

Do not take Bell's Period Pain Relief 200mg Soft Capsules if you:

• Are allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin, other similar painkillers or any of the other ingredients.
• Have previously experienced asthma, a skin rash, a runny nose or facial swelling after taking ibuprofen, aspirin or other NSAIDs.
• Have, or have previously had, two or more episodes of stomach ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation.
• Have previously experienced gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation associated with NSAID use.
• Are taking other NSAID painkillers or more than 75mg of aspirin daily.
• Have severe liver or kidney problems.
• Have heart problems, high blood pressure or a blood clotting disorder.
• Have breathing difficulties.
• Are in the last 3 months of pregnancy.
• Are under 12 years of age.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you:

• Have or have previously had asthma.
• Have kidney, liver, heart or bowel problems.
• Have high cholesterol or have previously experienced a heart attack or stroke.
• Have a history of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.
• Have systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
• Smoke.
• Are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Have hereditary fructose intolerance or follow a controlled potassium diet.
• Are taking other medicines or have an existing medical condition.

Pregnancy: Do not take this medicine during the last 3 months of pregnancy because it may harm your unborn baby or cause complications during delivery.

During the first 6 months of pregnancy, do not take ibuprofen unless absolutely necessary and advised by your doctor.

Use from 20 weeks of pregnancy may cause kidney problems in the unborn baby, potentially leading to low amniotic fluid levels or narrowing of a blood vessel in the baby's heart.

If use is necessary during pregnancy, the lowest effective dose should be taken for the shortest possible time under medical advice.

Breastfeeding: If you are breastfeeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Fertility: Ibuprofen may temporarily reduce female fertility. This effect is reversible after stopping the medicine.

Interactions with other medicines: Do not take this medicine with other NSAIDs unless instructed by a healthcare professional.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you take medicines including:

• Aspirin or other anti-inflammatory painkillers.
• Anticoagulants such as warfarin.
• Corticosteroids.
• Medicines for high blood pressure or heart conditions.
• Diuretics.
• Antidepressants, including SSRIs or lithium.
• Methotrexate, ciclosporin or tacrolimus.
• Quinolone antibiotics.
• Mifepristone or zidovudine.

This is not a complete list of potential interactions.

Important information about ingredients:

• Contains 58.6mg sorbitol (E420) per capsule, providing approximately 14.7mg fructose. Do not take if you have hereditary fructose intolerance.
• Contains 17.4mg potassium per capsule, which should be considered by people following a controlled potassium diet.
• Contains Ponceau 4R red (E124), which may cause allergic reactions.

Stomach and intestinal bleeding: Ibuprofen can cause stomach ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding, which may be serious.

Stop taking the medicine and seek immediate medical attention if you experience vomiting blood, black tarry stools or blood in your stools.

Heart and circulation: Medicines containing ibuprofen may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack or stroke, particularly with high doses or prolonged use.

Serious skin reactions: Stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical attention if you develop a widespread rash, blistering, peeling skin, mouth sores or other signs of a serious skin reaction.

Infections: Ibuprofen can mask symptoms of infections, including fever and pain. If an infection persists or worsens while taking this medicine, consult a doctor without delay.

Driving and operating machinery: The patient leaflet states that this medicine is not expected to affect the ability to drive or use machinery.

Overdose: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, ringing in the ears, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, breathing difficulties, convulsions and other serious complications.

Seek medical advice immediately in the event of an overdose.

Storage:

• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store below 25°C in the original packaging.
• Do not use after the expiry date shown on the packaging.

Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve symptoms.

Like all medicines, Bell's Period Pain Relief 200mg Soft Capsules can cause side effects, although not everybody will experience them.

Additional safety information:

Ibuprofen may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack or stroke, particularly when taken at higher doses or for prolonged periods.

Taking more than the recommended dose or using ibuprofen for longer than advised may increase the risk of kidney damage, gastrointestinal complications and dangerously low potassium levels.

Reporting side effects:

If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in the leaflet, speak to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.

Suspected side effects can be reported through the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical attention if you experience signs of a severe allergic reaction, serious skin reaction or gastrointestinal bleeding.