Winamol 250 mg/5 ml

Indication

For fever and relief of mild to moderate pain.

Ingredients

• Paracetamol BP 250 mg/5 ml

Direction

Oral. Shake well before use. 1-5 years: 2.5-5 ml; 6-12 years: 5-10 ml; above 12 years and adults: 10-20 ml. Doses may be repeated every 4-6 hours when necessary, maximum 4 doses in 24 hours. Refer to the package insert.

Side effects

• Generally well tolerated at recommended doses
• Rarely
• skin rash
• itching or other allergic reactions
• stop use and seek medical help
• Very rarely
• serious skin reactions (redness
• blistering
• peeling)
• stop immediately and see a doctor
• Rarely
• blood disorders such as low platelets or white cells
• Overdose can cause serious
• possibly fatal liver damage

Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to paracetamol or any ingredient
• Do not exceed the stated dose
• do not take with other paracetamol
• containing products
• Use with caution in liver or kidney impairment
• chronic alcohol use or malnutrition
• Seek medical advice if fever lasts more than 3 days or pain more than 5 days
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use if pregnant or breastfeeding
• Keep out of reach of children