Calpol Infant Suspension & Syringe 140ml
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Calpol Infant Suspension & Syringe 140ml contains paracetamol 120mg per 5ml and provides effective relief from pain and fever in babies and young children. It can be used in eligible babies from 2 months of age and in children up to 6 years when given according to the recommended dosing instructions.
The strawberry-flavoured oral suspension can help relieve common childhood symptoms including teething pain, toothache, headache, sore throat, earache, aches and pains, fever and symptoms associated with colds and flu.
This larger 140ml bottle includes a graduated oral dosing syringe, helping parents and carers measure and administer the correct dose accurately.
Pharmacist Summary
Calpol Infant Suspension contains paracetamol, a widely used medicine for reducing fever and relieving mild to moderate pain in babies and young children. Always use the syringe supplied to measure the correct dose and carefully follow the age-specific dosing instructions. Never give Calpol at the same time as another medicine containing paracetamol.
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Why Choose Calpol Infant Suspension?
- Contains paracetamol 120mg per 5ml
- Provides relief from mild to moderate pain
- Helps reduce fever
- Suitable for eligible babies from 2 months
- Suitable for children up to 6 years
- Helps relieve teething pain
- Can help with toothache and headache
- Suitable for sore throat and earache
- Helps relieve aches and pains
- Can be used for post-immunisation fever as directed
- Strawberry-flavoured oral suspension
- Includes a graduated oral dosing syringe
- Larger 140ml bottle
What is Calpol Infant Suspension Used For?
Calpol Infant Suspension is used for the relief of pain and fever associated with a range of common childhood conditions, including:
- Teething pain
- Toothache
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Earache
- Aches and pains
- Fever
- Feverish colds
- Cold and flu symptoms associated with pain or fever
- Post-immunisation fever when used as directed
How to use
Shake the bottle for at least 10 seconds before use. Always use the oral syringe supplied with the medicine to measure the dose accurately.
| Age | Dose | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 2–3 months | 2.5ml | See specific instructions below |
| 3–6 months | 2.5ml | Up to 4 times in 24 hours |
| 6–24 months | 5ml | Up to 4 times in 24 hours |
| 2–4 years | 7.5ml | Up to 4 times in 24 hours |
| 4–6 years | 10ml | Up to 4 times in 24 hours |
Leave at least 4 hours between doses. Do not give more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period.
Babies Aged 2–3 Months
For babies aged 2–3 months, give one 2.5ml dose. If necessary, a second 2.5ml dose may be given after 4–6 hours.
For causes of pain and fever other than post-vaccination fever, the baby must weigh more than 4kg and have been born after 37 weeks.
Do not give more than 2 doses to a baby aged 2–3 months unless advised by a doctor or nurse. If further doses are required, seek medical advice.
Active Ingredient
Each 5ml of Calpol Infant Suspension contains:
Paracetamol 120mg.
Always check the current packaging and patient information leaflet for the complete list of ingredients and excipients before use.
Important Safety Information
Contains paracetamol. Do not give with any other medicine containing paracetamol. Taking too much paracetamol can cause serious harm.
Do not give to babies under 2 months of age.
Do not exceed the stated dose and always leave at least 4 hours between doses.
Do not give this medicine for more than 3 days without speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before use if your child has liver or kidney problems, is taking other medicines or if you are unsure whether Calpol is suitable.
Always read the patient information leaflet before giving this medicine to your child.
Frequently asked questions
What is Calpol Infant Suspension used for?
Calpol Infant Suspension contains paracetamol and is used to relieve pain and reduce fever in babies and young children. It can help with teething pain, toothache, headache, sore throat, earache, aches and pains and fever.
How much paracetamol is in Calpol Infant Suspension?
Each 5ml contains 120mg of paracetamol.
What age can children take Calpol Infant Suspension?
It can be used in eligible babies from 2 months of age and in children up to 6 years. Specific restrictions apply to babies aged 2–3 months, so always follow the patient information leaflet carefully.
Does Calpol Infant Suspension 140ml include a syringe?
Yes. This 140ml pack includes a graduated oral dosing syringe to help measure each dose accurately.
Can Calpol Infant Suspension be given with another paracetamol medicine?
No. Never give Calpol at the same time as another medicine containing paracetamol. Check the active ingredients of other medicines and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.
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