Featured Product |
No |
Size |
12 x 5ml Sachets |
Brand |
CALPOL |
MPN |
02-048, 12311, 3132610, Calpol |
Directions |
Child`s age - 2-3 months: 2.5 ml (small end of spoon). If necessary, after 4-6 hours, give a second 2.5 ml dose. 3-6 months: One 2.5 ml spoonful (small end). 6-24 months: One 5 ml spoonful (large end). 2-4 years: One 5 ml spoonful (large end) and One 2.5 ml spoonful (small end). 4-6 years: Two 5 ml spoonfuls (large end) |
Ingredients |
The active ingredient is: Paracetamol 120 mg per 5 ml Other ingredients are: Maltitol liquid, glycerol, polysorbate 80, sorbitol solution (E420), methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E214), dispersible cellulose, xanthan gum and purified water. The flavouring is strawberry and colouring is carmoisine (E122). |
Pharmacy Product |
No |
Prescription Only |
No |
Side Effects |
There shouldn`t be any reaction to Calpol other then getting better. However, as with all medicine there is always a slight risk of mild side effects. If you notice a rash on the skin, you should contact your GP as soon as possible. Very rarely, people taking paracetamol feel unusually tired, develop bruises, experience bleeding or catch more infections than usual. Speak to your GP or pharmacist if you are worried. |
Warnings |
Do not give for more than 3 days without consulting a doctor. Do not give your child this medicine:
• If s/he has ever had bad reaction to any of the ingredients
• If s/he is taking anything else with paracetamol in it.
• If s/he weighs less than 4Kg
• If s/he was born early (before 37 weeks)
• If any of these applies, get advice from a doctor or pharmacist without using Calpol
Do not exceed stated dose. As with other medicines, if your child is currently taking any other medicines, consult your doctor or pharmacist before giving this product. Do not give with any other paracetamol- containing products. Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if the child seems well. |
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