Crocin Drops

Composition

Paracetamol (120mg/5ml)

Uses of Crocin Drops

Fever, mild to moderate pain such as teething pain, headache, body ache, post-immunization fever in infants and children

• •Reduces fever
• •Relieves mild to moderate pain
• •Helpful in post-vaccination fever
• •Suitable pediatric formulation

How it works

Paracetamol inhibits prostaglandin synthesis in the central nervous system, which reduces fever and relieves pain. It has minimal anti-inflammatory action at therapeutic doses.

Directions for use

Oral drops for infants/children; shake well and measure with the provided dropper. Dose is based on body weight and doctor’s advice (commonly 10–15 mg/kg per dose every 4–6 hours as needed); do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours. Can be given with or without food; if stomach upset occurs, give after feeds.

Side effects

Common side effects of Crocin Drops may include:

• •Nausea
• •vomiting
• •stomach pain
• •diarrhea
• •rash
• •allergic reaction (rare)
• •increased liver enzymes (with overdose/prolonged use)