Emidol Susp 120 Mg/5ml 100 ml

Description

The paracetamol in Emidol Suspension is used to relieve pain and / or bring down fever (high temperature) in many conditions including post immunisation fever, teething, headache, cold and flu, toothache, earache, sore throat and other aches and pains. How to use For oral use only. Always use measured cup supplied with the pack. It is important to shake the bottle for at least 10 seconds before use. Do not give anything else containing paracetamol while giving this medicine. Do not give more medicine than the leaflet tells you to. If your child does not get better, talk to your doctor. Babies under 2 months Do not give to babies under 2 months old. Consult your doctor. Babies 2 - 3 months 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. Pain and other causes of fever 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 3-6 months: 2.5 ml (up to 4 times in 24 hours) 6-24 months: 5 ml (up to 4 times in 24 hours) 2-4 years: 7.5 ml (up to 4 times in 24 hours) 4-6 years: 10 ml (up to 4 times in 24 hours) 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. Children over 6 years Ask a pharmacist to recommend a suitable product. Warnings and precautions Do not give your child this medicine If your child is allergic to paracetamol or any of the other ingredients of this medicines (Listed in section 6). If your child has ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients. If your child is taking anything else with paracetamol in it. If your child is between 2-3 months old and is taking this medicine for other causes of pain and fever and: - Weighs less than 4 kg or - Was born before 37 weeks If any of these applies, get advice from a doctor or pharmacist without using Emidol. Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist If your child has serious kidney or liver problems. If your child has an inherited intolerance to fructose or been diagnosed with an intolerance to some other sugars. 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. These are very rare effects in people taking paracetamol. Very rare cases of serious skin reactions have been reported(e.g. Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGF.P). Symptoms may include: skin reddening, blisters, rash. If skin reactions occur or existing skin symptoms worsen, stop use and seek medical help right away. If your child shows any of these signs, stop giving Emidiol and talk to a doctor right away. Storage Information Do not store above 30°C. Store in a dry place. Protect from light. Drug Interactions If your child is taking any other medicines including: Metoclopramide or domperidone (used to treat nausea and vomiting) Colestyramine (used to treat high cholesterol) Anticoagulants (drugs that thin the blood, such as warfarin) Anticonvulsants (drugs to treat epilepsy) If you are not sure about the medicine your child is taking, show the bottle or pack to your pharmacist. If any of these above points apply, talk to a doctor or pharmacist. Ingredients The active ingredient is: Paracetamol BP 120 mg /5 ml. Other ingredients are: Sucrose, methyl hydroxybenzoate , propyl hydroxybenzoate, xanthan gum, colloidal anhydrous silica, Microcrystalline cellulose, sorbitol solution (70%) non-crystallizing, glycerol, FD&C red 40 ”Allura Red” , citiric acid monohydrate , sodium citrate, strawberry flavor. Specifications Emidol Suspension is pink to slightly red colored, strawberry flavored homogeneous oral suspension.