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Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Other than this, Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension 's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension 's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies. The section on Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Calpol Pead is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Calpol Pead.
What is the effect of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension on the Kidneys?
Calpol Pead may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension on the Liver?
Calpol Pead can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Calpol Pead on the heart have been reported.
Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension
Consumption of alcohol and Calpol 250 Peadiatric Oral Suspension together may have severe effects on your health.
If you are allergic to Calpol Pead then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.
As we know Calpol Pead is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Calpol Pead ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Calpol Pead poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.
Calpol Pead is primarily not used to treat a common cold and sore throat. It can only relieve cold-related symptoms such as a fever, headache, earache, and aching joints. It doesn't help in relieving cough or stuffy nose.
An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Calpol Pead overdose includes loss of appetite, drowsiness, seizures, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Later progressive symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark colored urine, yellowing of your skin or the white patches in your eyes, liver damage and in rare cases, it can also lead to coma. So, by any chance, if you have accidentally taken more than the required dose of Calpol Pead inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Calpol Pead can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)