It is believed to work by stopping the production of prostaglandins, which cause inflammation. Ibuprofen can be used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with arthritis, menstrual cramps, sprains, strains, backache, headaches, migraine, muscular aches and pain, sore throat, cold and flu, and dental pain.
Some children can fel quite sick with chickenpox and may vomit. You may find this page helpful Chickenpox-Symptoms-NHS Choices If he is vomiting a lot, or has diarrhoea, and is not drinking much or having we nappies, it would be a good idea to contact your GP or NHS Direct on 0845 46 47 for more advice.I hope he gets well soon Rachel. 25-03-11, 11:58 #3.ou may have already had bloods taken for chickenpox immunity, but it is definitely a good idea to check-hopefully you have had it already. Good luck with the rest of your pregnancy and hope your little one is better soon Rachel.
Children who have never had chickenpox should get two doses of chickenpox vaccine, with the 1st dose administered at 12 â 15 months of age and the 2 nd at 4-6 years of age. Two doses, administered 4-8 weeks apart, are also recommended for people 13 years of age or older. Non-immune persons who have been exposed to chickenpox should receive varicella vaccine to prevent or diminish the severity of illness. The vaccine is most effective if given within 3 days (72 hours) to 5 days (120 hours) of the exposure.