Vantage Paracetamol 6 Years Plus Suspension x 200ml

Vantage Paracetamol 6 Years Plus Suspension x 200ml

Vantage Paracetamol 6 Years Plus Suspension x 200ml

How Do I Take Paracetamol 6 Years Plus Suspension?

This medicine is only to be taken via the mouth.

CHILDREN

• 1 - 5 years: 2.5 - 5ml
• 6 - 12 years: 5 - 10ml

Children under 12 months old should not be dosed using this product; the 120mg/5ml presentation should be used instead.
 

Adults and children over 12:

10 - 20ml every 4 - 6 hours to a maximum of 4g daily.

The dose may be repeated every 4 - 6 hours, when necessary, but not more than 4 doses in 24 hours. Do not exceed the stated dose.

If symptoms persist for more than 3 days consult your doctor.

Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose even if you feel well because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage.

There may be no symptoms during the first 24 hours although pallor, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain may occur.

Vantage Paracetamol 6 Years Plus Suspension x 200ml

Paracetamol Suspension should not be taken if:

• you have ever had an unusual reaction to paracetamol or any of the ingredients listed
• you have a liver or kidney disorder
• you are dependent on alcohol
• you are taking any of the following medicines:
  • barbiturates (sleeping tablets)
  • tricyclic antidepressants (e.g. amitriptyline)
  • colestyramine (used in the treatment of high cholesterol levels)
  • warfarin (used to thin the blood and prevent clotting)
  • zidovudine (used in HIV infections and AIDS)
  • domperidone and metoclopramide (used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting).

You must ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

If you drink large amounts of alcohol, you may be more susceptible to the side effects of paracetamol.

This medicine contains hydroxybenzoates (preservatives) which may cause allergic reactions, possibly delayed. The medicine also contains 2.5g of sucrose in each 5ml. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes mellitus. It also contains sorbitol. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this product.

DO NOT TAKE WITH ANY OTHER PARACETAMOL-CONTAINING PRODUCTS

You should carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use

Along with its desired effect, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention

These may be:

skin rashes, blood disorders (these may be seen as fever or chills, sore throat, ulcers in your mouth or throat, unusual tiredness or weakness, unusual bleeding or unexplained bruises) and inflammation of the pancreas (this may be seen as severe pain in the abdomen and back, fever, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting).

If paracetamol is taken for a long time, it may lead to kidney problems.

Allergic reactions may also occur. The symptoms that may be seen are a rash and swelling and in severe cases difficulty in breathing.

If you are not sure about something or have a symptom that is not listed here you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Vantage Paracetamol 6 Years Plus Suspension x 200ml

It is an oral suspension which contains 250mg Paracetamol per 5ml spoonful. This is the active ingredient.