Introducing Calpol Infant Suspension Strawberry 100ml, a trusted choice for parents seeking to alleviate their child's discomfort. Suitable for babies and children from 2 months to 6 years old, this medicine is effective in reducing fever and easing pain associated with teething, headaches, sore throats, and other minor ailments. Its strawberry flavour makes administration easier for children, ensuring they can take their medicine without fuss. The product's efficacy is backed by its widespread use and trust over decades, making it a staple in family medicine cabinets.

Key Features:

• Fast-acting formula: Begins to reduce fever in just 15 minutes.
• Child-friendly flavour: Strawberry taste to improve palatability.
• Ease of use: Comes with an easy-to-use syringe for accurate dosing.
• Versatility: Suitable for relieving symptoms of colds, flu, post-vaccination fever, and more.
• Gentle on little tummies: Formulated to be gentle on children's stomachs.

What symptoms can be treated with Calpol Infant Suspension Strawberry 100ml?

Calpol Infant Suspension is used to treat pain and fever associated with teething, colds, flu, earaches, and post-immunisation reactions.

How does Calpol Infant Suspension Strawberry 100ml work?

Calpol Infant Suspension contains paracetamol, which works by reducing the body's production of prostaglandins, thereby easing pain and lowering fever.

Are there any known side effects?

Side effects are rare but can include allergic reactions such as skin rash. If you notice any adverse effects, consult a healthcare professional.

What does the research say about Calpol Infant Suspension Strawberry 100ml?

Research indicates that paracetamol, the active ingredient in Calpol, is effective in reducing fever and relieving pain safely when used as directed.

What are the main ingredients of Calpol Infant Suspension Strawberry 100ml?

The main active ingredient is paracetamol. Other components include sucrose, sorbitol, and flavourings to enhance taste.

Does Calpol Infant Suspension Strawberry 100ml contain any common allergens?

This product does not contain common allergens like gluten, but it does have sucrose and sorbitol, which are sugars that some may need to avoid.

Can Calpol Infant Suspension Strawberry 100ml be given alongside other medications?

It's important not to use other paracetamol-containing products concurrently. Always consult a healthcare provider before combining medications.

What should I do if I accidentally give more than the recommended dose?

If an overdose is suspected, seek medical advice immediately, even if the child appears well, as prompt medical attention is crucial.

Active ingredient:

Paracetamol 120mg per 5ml.

Other ingredients:

Sucrose, sorbitol liquid (E420), glycerol, polysorbate 80, asulfame potassium, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E214), dispersible cellulose, xanthan gum and purified water.

The flavouring is strawberry and colouring is carmoisine (E122). Each 5ml of this product contains 2.2g of sucrose.

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

Child's Age: 2-3 months

Only give if your baby weighs over 4kg 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.

Child's Age: 3 months - 6 years

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.

Like all medicines, there can be side effects. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any of these:

• Allergic reactions including swelling of the face, tongue or throat, difficulty swallowing, unexplained wheezing, shortness of breath which may be accompanied by skin rash or hives.
• Becoming unusually tired, unexpected bruising or bleeding and getting more infections (such as colds) than usual.
• In very rare cases of skins reactions have been reported. If skin reactions occur or existing skin symptoms worsen, stop use and seek medical help right away.