Calpol SixPlus Sugar Free Suspension, Paracetamol Medication, 6+ Years, Strawberry Flavour, 80ml

When your child is suffering from a high temperature or aches and pains, Calpol SixPlus Sugar Free Suspension, Paracetamol Medication, 6+ Years, Strawberry Flavour, 80ml provides targeted relief. The paracetamol in this suspension helps to quickly reduce fever and alleviate discomfort associated with common childhood ailments such as colds & flu, headaches, toothache, earache, and sore throats. It's also effective for post-immunisation fever and other general aches and pains.

Formulated without sugar and in a delicious strawberry flavour, this suspension is easy to administer and gentle on little tummies. Keep Calpol SixPlus Sugar Free Suspension, Paracetamol Medication, 6+ Years, Strawberry Flavour, 80ml on hand for quick and reliable relief when your child needs it most. As a family-run pharmacy, Weldricks is committed to providing accessible and professional healthcare, ensuring you get the trustworthy solutions you need for your family's health.

How to use Calpol SixPlus Sugar Free Suspension, Paracetamol Medication, 6+ Years, Strawberry Flavour, 80ml

For oral use only. Always shake the bottle for at least 10 seconds before use and use the syringe supplied with the pack.

• 6-8 years: 5 ml up to 4 times a day
• 8-10 years: 7.5 ml (5 ml + 2.5 ml) up to 4 times a day
• 10-12 years: 10 ml (5 ml + 5 ml) up to 4 times a day
• 12-16 years: 10-15 ml (Two to three 5 ml doses) up to 4 times a day
• Adults and children over 16 years: 10-20 ml (Two to four 5 ml doses) up to 4 times a day

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. This product is suitable for children 6 years and over and adults who have difficulty swallowing tablets.

How to use the syringe:

1. Shake the bottle for at least 10 seconds and remove the cap.
2. Insert the end of the syringe into the hole in the neck of the bottle and ensure it is secure.
3. Hold the syringe in place and turn the bottle upside down. Gently pull down the plunger to the appropriate dose (2.5 ml or 5 ml).
4. Turn the bottle the right way up.
5. Remove the syringe by holding onto the bottle and twisting out gently.
6. Place the syringe inside the child's mouth against the cheek and press the plunger slowly to gently release the medicine.

After use, the plug should remain in the neck of the bottle. Wipe the plug and neck clean and rinse the cap before replacing. The syringe should be washed and dried after use by hand without removing the plunger.

Important Warnings for Calpol SixPlus Sugar Free Suspension

Do not exceed the stated dose. Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of overdose, even if you feel well, due to the risk of delayed serious liver damage. Do not take with other products containing paracetamol.

Do not give this medicine to your child if:

• They have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients.
• They are taking anything else with paracetamol in it.
• They are under 6 years old (ask your pharmacist to recommend a suitable product).

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

• Your child has serious kidney or liver problems.
• Your child has an inherited intolerance to fructose or has been diagnosed with an intolerance to some other sugars.
• You have severe illnesses, including severe renal impairment or sepsis.
• You suffer from malnutrition or chronic alcoholism.
• You are taking flucloxacillin (an antibiotic). A serious condition called metabolic acidosis (a blood and fluid abnormality) has been reported in patients in these situations when paracetamol is used at regular doses for a prolonged period or when paracetamol is taken together with flucloxacillin. Symptoms of metabolic acidosis may include: serious breathing difficulties with deep rapid breathing, drowsiness, feeling sick (nausea) and being sick (vomiting).
• Your child is not getting better or needs more medicine than shown in the table.
• Your child gets a rash, breathing problems, diarrhoea, or gets very tired.

Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking:

• Metoclopramide or domperidone (used to treat nausea and vomiting)
• Cholestyramine (used to treat high cholesterol)
• Anticoagulants (drugs that thin the blood, such as warfarin)
• Anticonvulsants (drugs to treat epilepsy)

If adults take this medicine:

• You can use this medicine while taking oral contraceptives ('the pill'), but it may not work as well on pain or fever.
• If you drink large amounts of alcohol, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
• If necessary, the medicine can be used during pregnancy, but use the lowest possible dose for the shortest time. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if pain/fever is not reduced or if you need to take it more often.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Some ingredients can cause problems:

• Methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoate may cause allergic reactions.
• Sorbitol (E420) and maltitol: This product is unsuitable for people with inherited intolerance to fructose. It contains 1935 mg of sorbitol liquid (E420) per 5 ml dose and 2.04 g maltitol liquid. Sorbitol may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and a mild laxative effect. Maltitol may also have a mild laxative effect.
• Propylene glycol (E1520): Contains 20.92 mg per 5 ml dose.
• Benzyl alcohol: Contains 0.05 mg per 5 ml dose. May cause allergic reactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a liver or kidney disease.

Possible side-effects:

Calpol SixPlus Sugar Free Suspension can have side-effects, though these are usually mild. 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, rash or hives.
• Becoming unusually tired, unexpected bruising or bleeding and getting more infections (such as colds) than usual.
• Very rare cases of serious skin reactions: skin reddening, blisters, rash. Stop use and seek medical help right away if these occur or worsen.
• A serious condition that can make blood more acidic (metabolic acidosis), in patients with severe illness using paracetamol.

Long term use of paracetamol is not intended. People who use medicines containing paracetamol every day for several months or more could get liver and kidney damage.

If you notice any side-effects not included in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist. You can report side-effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.

The active ingredient is: Paracetamol 250 mg per 5 ml.

Other ingredients are: Maltitol, sorbitol liquid (E420), glycerol, dispersible cellulose, xanthan gum, polysorbate 80, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), acesulfame potassium, saccharin sodium and purified water. The flavouring is imitation strawberry.