PRODUCT DETAILS
Composition:
Contains Paracetamol 250 mg per 5 ml as the active ingredient. Other ingredients may include sorbitol, glycerol, flavouring agents, preservatives, colouring agents, and purified water. Some versions are sugar free.
Use / Indication:
Used for the relief of fever and mild to moderate pain in children aged 6 years and above. It may be used for:
- Headache
- Toothache
- Earache
- Sore throat
- Cold and flu symptoms
- Body aches
- Post-immunization fever
Direction of Use:
- Children 6–8 years: 5 ml up to 4 times daily
- Children 8–10 years: 7.5 ml up to 4 times daily
- Children 10–12 years: 10 ml up to 4 times daily
- Children 12–16 years: 10–15 ml up to 4 times daily
- Leave at least 4 hours between doses
- Do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours
- Shake well before use
Side Effects:
Possible side effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Allergic skin reactions
- Rash or itching
- Rare liver problems, especially in overdose cases
Warning:
- Do not use together with other paracetamol-containing medicines
- Overdose may cause severe liver damage
- Keep out of reach of children
- Seek immediate medical help in case of overdose even if symptoms are absent
Interactions:
May interact with:
- Warfarin and other anticoagulants
- Metoclopramide
- Domperidone
- Cholestyramine
- Flucloxacillin
- Alcohol and liver-affecting medicines
Caution:
Use carefully in:
- Children with liver or kidney disease
- Malnourished patients
- Patients with chronic alcohol exposure
- Individuals allergic to paracetamol or excipients
Consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist for more than 3 days.