Calpol Sugar Free Infant Suspension 200ml

Children aged 1 to under 6 years: 5 to 10 ml (120 mg to 240 mg paracetamol). Repeat every 4 hours, if necessary, up to a maximum of 4 doses per 24 hours.

Infants 3 months to under 1 year: 2.5 to 5 ml (60 mg to 120 mg paracetamol). Repeat every 4 hours, if necessary, up to a maximum of 4 doses per 24 hours.

Infants aged 2 - 3 months: A 2.5 ml (60 mg paracetamol) dose for babies who develop post-vaccination fever at 2 months followed, if necessary, by a second dose 4 to 6 hours later. The same 2 doses may be given for other causes of fever or mild to moderate pain provided the infant weighs over 4 kg and was not born before 37 weeks gestation. Medical advice should be sought promptly if further doses are required or if the cause of the infant's fever or pain is not known.

CALPOL Sugar Free Infant suspension contains 120 mg Paracetamol in each 5 ml. Also contains: Maltitol liquid, Sorbitol solution (70% non crystallising), Glycerol, Dispersible cellulose, Xanthan gum, Ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E214), Methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), Propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), Polysorbate 80, Strawberry flavour , Carmoisine (E122), Purified water.

Most reports of adverse reactions to paracetamol relate to overdosage with the drug.

Do not exceed the stated dose.

If symptoms persist consult your doctor.

Keep out of reach and sight of children.

Do not give with any other paracetamol-containing products.

Dose up to 4 times a day if necessary.

Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.

Do not use for more than 3 days without consulting a doctor.

Leave at least 4 hours between doses.

If your child is currently taking any other medicine consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

Do not store above 25°C.

Store in the original container.

Contains paracetamol. Do not give any other paracetamol based product.

Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if the child seems well.

Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if the child seems well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage (leaflet).

Studies in human pregnancy have shown no ill effects due to paracetamol used in the recommended dosage, but patients should follow the advice of their doctor regarding its use.

Paracetamol is excreted in breast milk but not in a clinically significant amount. Available published data do not contraindicate breast feeding.

Immediate treatment is essential in the management of paracetamol overdose. Despite a lack of significant early symptoms, patients should be referred to hospital urgently for immediate medical attention

Do not store above 25°C

Store in the original container.