Calpol 120 Suspension

Composition

Paracetamol (120mg/5ml)

Uses of Calpol 120 Suspension

Fever (including post-immunisation fever), mild to moderate pain such as headache, toothache, sore throat, earache, body ache, and pain associated with common cold/flu in children

• •Reduces fever in children
• •Relieves mild to moderate pain
• •Useful for post-vaccination fever
• •Helps improve comfort in cold/flu-related aches

How it works

Paracetamol inhibits prostaglandin synthesis in the central nervous system, which reduces pain perception. It also acts on the hypothalamic heat-regulating center to lower elevated body temperature.

Directions for use

Oral suspension. Shake well before use. Measure dose with a calibrated spoon/syringe. Usually given every 4–6 hours as needed; do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours. Can be given with or without food (give after food/milk if stomach upset occurs). Dose is based on child’s weight/age—follow doctor’s advice/label instructions.

Side effects

Common side effects of Calpol 120 Suspension may include:

• •nausea
• •vomiting
• •stomach pain
• •diarrhea
• •rash
• •allergic reactions (rare)

Warnings & precautions