Paraton Enfant 325 mg

Indication

Children's paracetamol for the reduction of fever and relief of mild to moderate pain, such as headache, toothache, teething pain and aches associated with colds and flu.

Ingredients

• Paracetamol 325 mg per sachet

Direction

Oral. Dissolve one sachet in a little water before taking. Usual dose 10-15 mg/kg per dose every 4-6 hours, not more than 4 doses (60 mg/kg) in 24 hours; dose by body weight as directed in the insert leaflet or by a doctor or pharmacist.

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