Careway Paracetamol Cherry 200ml, oral suspension for babies and children
For relief of mild to moderate pain and feverishness
Brings relief from the discomfort of teething, toothache, headache, colds, flu, and post-immunisation fever
For children 2 months and over
Sugar-free
Tasty cherry flavour

Ingredients

Each 5ml contains 120mg Paracetamol, liquid Malitol (E965), and Ethanol.

See the enclosed product leaflet for detailed information.

Usage and Instructions

This product is only suitable for babies which are aged 2-3 months, weigh over 4kg and were born after 37 weeks.

Give the following dose up to 4 times in 24 hours for the following ages:

3-6 months: one 2.5ml spoonful (small end of spoon)
6-24 months: one 5ml spoonful (large end of spoon)
2-4 years: one 5ml spoonful & one 2.5ml spoonful
4-6 years, two 5ml spoonfuls (large end of spoon)

Leave at least 4 hours between doses.

Give one 2.5ml spoonful if necessary, after 4-6 hours, give a second 2.5ml dose. For infants who are aged 2-3 months, do not administer more than 2 doses.

Warnings

Do not exceed 4 doses in any 24-hour period.

Do not give to babies less than 2 months of age.

If your child's symptoms persist beyond 3 days of treatment, discontinue use and speak to your doctor.

Side Effects

Side effects from taking paracetamol are rare, although if your child develops a rash after taking it, please do not give any more and consult your GP.

Paracetamol is safe when taken within the recommended dosage and not for prolonged periods of time.