Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension 100ml

Relief of pain and fever in children aged 2 months to 6 years (post-immunization fever, teething, sore throat). License Holder: McNeil Products Limited, High Wycombe, HP12 4EG, UK

Full ingredients

Active Ingredients: Paracetamol (120 mg/5 ml). Other Ingredients: Sorbitol, maltitol, glycerol, xanthan gum, microcrystalline cellulose, parahydroxybenzoates, propylene glycol, carmoisine (E122), strawberry flavor.

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Product Leaflets

• Patient Information Leaflet

Advisory Information:

Avoid with serious kidney/liver issues, fructose intolerance, or allergies to ingredients. Contains E218, E216, E214, which may cause allergic reactions. Avoid use in babies under 2 months, born before 37 weeks or weighing less than 4 kg. Please ensure you carefully read any packaging or Patient Information Leaflets before use and follow any directions given. Suitable for babies over 2 months and children up to 6 years.

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Directions:

It is important to shake the bottle for at least 10 seconds before use.

For the relief of fever after vaccinations at 2, 3 and 4 months - 2.5 ml. This dose may be given up to 4 times a day starting at the time of vaccination. Do not give more than 4 doses in any 24 hour period. Leave at least 4 hours between doses. If your baby still needs this medicine two days after receiving the vaccine talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Child's age | How Much:

2-3 months | 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 of age.
■ 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 from 3 months to 6 years

Child's age | How much | How often (in 24 hours)

3-6 months | 2.5 ml | Up to 4 times
6-24 months | 5 ml | Up to 4 times
2-4 years | 7.5 ml (5 ml + 2.5 ml) | Up to 4 times
4-6 years | 10 ml (5 ml + 5 ml) | 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.