Calpol Infant Suspension Paracetamol 100ml

Calpol Infant Suspension is a strawberry flavoured oral suspension and is used for the relief of: Fever (raised temperature), post-immunisation fever, cold and flu symptoms, teething, headache, sore throat, earache and other aches and pains. This product is intended for use in children aged 2 months to 6 years. Contains Paracetamol. Do not give this medicine with any other paracetamol-containing products. Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if the child seems well. If symptoms persist consult your doctor. As with all medicines, if your child is currently taking any other medicine consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product. Please see leaflet. Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Check that the cap on the bottle is securely engaged at all times.

Dosage:

For the relief of fever after vaccination at 2, 3 and 4 months – read the enclosed leaflet.

For the relief of pain and other causes of fever:

Children aged 2-3 months

Child’s Age: 2-3 months, How much: 2.5 ml – If necessary, after 4-6 hours, give a second 2.5 ml dose

• Do not give to babies less than 2 months old.

• Only give if your baby weighs over 4 kg and was born after 37 weeks.

• Leave at least 4 hours between doses.

• Do not give more than 2 doses. This is to ensure that fever that may be due to a serious infection is quickly diagnosed. If your child is still feverish after two doses, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Children aged 3 months – 6 years

Child’s Age: 3-6 months, How much: 2.5 ml, How often (in 24 hours): Up to 4 times

Child’s Age: 6-24 months, How much: 5 ml, How often (in 24 hours): Up to 4 times

Child’s Age: 2-4 years, How much: 7.5 ml (5 ml + 2.5 ml), How often (in 24 hours): Up to 4 times

Child’s Age: 4-6 years, How much: 10 ml (5 ml + 5 ml), How often (in 24 hours): Up to 4 times

• Do not give more than 4 doses in any 24 hour period.

• Leave at least 4 hours between doses.

• Do not give this medicine to your child for more than 3 days without speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.