Patient leaflet - CHILDRENS SOLUBLE PARACETAMOL TABLETS 120 MG, CHILD SUGAR FREE PAIN RELIEF SOLUBLE TABLETS
Read this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription for you to treat a mild condition in your child without a doctor’s help. However, you still need to use it carefully to get the best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains Paracetamol which belongs to a group of medicines called analgesics which can relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce fever.
It can be used to relieve headache, toothache, feverishness and the symptoms of colds and flu.
Before you give this medicine
This medicine can be given to children aged 6 years and over. However, some children should not be given this medicine or you should seek the advice of your pharmacist or doctor first.
Do not give this medicine if the child is
- Allergic to any of the ingredients listed in the ‘What is in this medicine’ section of this leaflet.
- On a low sodium diet or has an intolerance to some sugars, unless your doctor tells you to (this medicine contains sorbitol).
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before giving this medicine
- If the child has kidney problems or liver problems
If you are an adult who is intending to take this medicine, talk to your pharmacist or doctor if any of the above applies to you, or you suffer from other liver problems (including a disease caused by drinking alcohol).
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
If necessary this medicine can be used during pregnancy. You should use the lowest possible dose that reduces your pain and/or your fever and use it for the shortest time possible. Contact your doctor if the pain and/or fever are not reduced or if you need to take the medicine more often.
If the child is taking other medicines
This medicine contains paracetamol.
Do not take with any other paracetamolcontaining products.
Before you give these tablets make sure that you tell your pharmacist about ANY other medicines you might be giving your child at the same time, particularly the following:
- Domperidone or metoclopramide, for nausea and vomiting.
- Colestyramine, for lowering blood lipid levels.
- Warfarin or other coumarins (for thinning the blood) – if you take warfarin you can take occasional doses of this medicine, but talk to your doctor first before you take it on a regular basis.
If you are unsure about interactions with any other medicines, talk to your pharmacist. This includes medicines you have bought yourself, including herbal and homeopathic remedies.
Other important information Information about some of the ingredients in this medicine:
This medicinal product contains 87.33mg of Sodium per dose. To be taken into consideration for patients on a controlled sodium diet.
How to use this medicine
Check the foil is not broken before use. If it is, do not use that tablet.
Stir and dissolve the tablets in half a cup (about 50ml) of water or fruit juice until dispersed before drinking.
| Age | How many | How often |
| Children of 6 to 8 years | Two tablets | Every 4–6 hours when necessary to a maximum of 4 doses in 24 hours. |
| Children of 9 to 10 years | Three tablets | Every 4–6 hours when necessary to a maximum of 4 doses in 24 hours. |
| Children of 11 to 12 years | Four tablets | Every 4–6 hours when necessary to a maximum of 4 doses in 24 hours. |
| Do not give to children under 6 years, unless your doctor tells you to. Do not give more than the amount recommended above. | ||
Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
Do not give this medicine for more than 3 days unless your doctor tells you to.
If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
If you give too many tablets:
Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if the child feels well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Go to your nearest hospital casualty department. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.
Possible side effects
Most children will not have problems, but some children may experience side effects.
If the child gets any of these serious side effects, stop giving the tablets. See a doctor at once:
- Difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or throat (severe allergic reactions)
- Very rare cases of serious skin reactions have been reported.
- Other allergic reactions
- Unusual bruising, or infections such as sore throats – this may be a sign of very rare changes in the blood
How to store this medicine
This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.
Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Do not use after the Use By date on the end flap of the carton (marked ‘EXP’).
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help protect the environment.
What is in this medicine
Each effervescent tablet contains Paracetamol 120mg, which is the active ingredient.
As well as the active ingredient, the tablets also contain sodium bicarbonate, citric acid, sodium carbonate, sorbitol (E420), sodium saccharin, gelatin, strawberry flavour.
Each tablet contains 87.33 mg sodium.
This product is available in pack sizes of 6, 10, 12, 18, 20, 24, 25, 30, 36, 48 or 96 white, round, effervescent tablets (not all pack sizes may be marketed).
Who makes this medicine
The medicine is manufactured for the Marketing Authorisation holder Max Remedies Ltd, 10, Town End View, Holmfirth HD9 1AX by The Boots Company PLC, Nottingham NG2 3AA. Leaflet prepared May 2019.
If you would like any further information about this product, please contact Max Healthcare Ltd, Waterside, Digley Road, Holmbridge, HD9 2QN.