



This Calpol Sugar-Free suspension is a leading choice for infant pain and fever relief across the UK. The product uses paracetamol 120mg/5ml to help soothe discomfort following vaccinations or teething. Suitable for babies from 2 months up to 6 years old.
Ingredients:
Active Ingredients: Paracetamol (120 mg/5 ml). Other Ingredients: Sorbitol, maltitol, glycerol, xanthan gum, microcrystalline cellulose, parahydroxybenzoates, propylene glycol, carmoisine (E122), strawberry flavor.
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.
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.