Manufacturer : Paracetamol (250mg/5ml)

Made In: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

PRODUCT DETAILS About Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml belongs to the group of medicines called analgesics (pain killers), and antipyretics (fever-reducing agents) used to reduce fever and treat mild to moderate pain. Also, it is used to relieve headache, migraine, toothache, period pain, back pain, muscle pain and rheumatic pains. Pain and fever are caused by the activation of pain receptors due to the release of certain natural chemicals in the body like prostaglandin. Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins. Thus, reduces pain. Also, Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml affects an area of the brain that regulates body temperature known as the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre. Thereby, it reduces fever. Take Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml as advised by your physician. Your doctor will recommend how often you need to take Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml based on your medical condition. In some cases, Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml may cause side effects such as nausea, stomach pain and dark coloured urine. Most of these side effects of Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Avoid taking Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml if allergic to it. Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a physician before using Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml. Avoid alcohol consumption with Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml as it may increase the risk of liver damage. If you have an impaired nutritional state caused by anorexia (eating disorder), malnutrition or alcohol abuse or if you are dehydrated, inform your doctor before taking Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml. Uses of Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml Fever, Pain relief Medicinal Benefits Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml contains Paracetamol, an analgesic (pain killer) and antipyretic (reduces fever). It inhibits the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins. Thus, reduces pain. Also, Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml affects an area of the brain that regulates body temperature known as the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre. Thereby, it reduces fever. Directions for Use Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. It can be taken with or without food anytime. Do not crush, break or chew it.Oral liquid: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the suggested dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack. Storage Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight Side Effects of Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml Nausea Stomach pain Dark coloured urine In-Depth Precautions and Warning Drug Warnings Avoid taking Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml if allergic to it. Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a physician before using Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml. Avoid alcohol consumption with Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml as it may increase the risk of liver damage. If you have an impaired nutritional state caused by anorexia (eating disorder), wrong nutrition or alcohol abuse or if you are dehydrated, inform your doctor before taking Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml. Avoid taking more than recommended doses as it may increase the risk of serious liver damage. Drug Interactions Drug-Drug Interactions: Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml may interact with blood thinners (warfarin), cholesterol-lowering drugs (cholestyramine), analgesics (aspirin), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, rifampicin), anti-gout medicines (probenecid), antitubercular drug (isoniazid), anticonvulsants (lamotrigine, carbamazepine, phenytoin), and anti-nausea agents (metoclopramide, domperidone). Drug-Food Interactions: Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml may interact with St. John?s wort (herbal medicine to treat depression). Avoid foods rich in carbohydrates, and pectin including jellies, cabbage, Brussels sprouts and broccoli as Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml may interact with these foods. Also, avoid intake of alcohol with Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml as it may increase the risk of liver damage. Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have kidney or liver disease, hepatitis, Gilbert's syndrome (a liver condition), hemolytic anaemia (abnormal breakdown of red blood cells), G-6-PD deficiency (a hereditary condition resulting in low red blood cell counts), blood poisoning, inform your physician before taking Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml. Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List: WARFARIN CHOLESTYRAMINE ASPIRIN METOCLOPRAMIDE DOMPERIDONE CHLORAMPHENICOL RIFAMPICIN PROBENECID ISONIAZID LAMOTRIGINE CARBAMAZEPINE PHENYTOIN Safety Advice Safety Warning ALCOHOL UNSAFE You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml as it may cause severe liver damage. Safety Warning PREGNANCY CAUTION Please consult a physician if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before using Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml. Your physician may suggest the lowest dose of Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml and for the shortest duration if you are pregnant. Safety Warning BREAST FEEDING CAUTION Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml may be excreted in small amounts in breast milk. Therefore, please consult a physician before using Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml if you are breastfeeding. Safety Warning DRIVING NOT APPLICABLE Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Safety Warning LIVER CAUTION Take Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your physician as required. Safety Warning KIDNEY CAUTION Take Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your physician as required. Safety Warning CHILDREN CAUTION Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. Habit Forming No Diet & Lifestyle Advise Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling. Follow heat or cold therapy, apply a cold or hot compress on the joints for 15-20minutes regularly. Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful. Eat foods rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc. Foods containing flavonoids such as soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea help in reducing inflammation. Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food. Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Special Advise If you have a high fever or signs of infection after using Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml for more than 3 days or if pain persists after using Calpol-250 mg Oral Suspension 60 ml for more than 5 days, please consult a physician.