Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension & Syringe 140ml
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Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension & Syringe 140ml contains paracetamol 120mg per 5ml and is specially formulated to provide relief from pain and fever in babies and young children. It can be used in eligible babies from 2 months of age and in children up to 6 years when given according to the recommended dosing instructions.
The strawberry-flavoured, sugar-free oral suspension can help relieve common childhood symptoms including teething pain, toothache, headache, sore throat, earache, aches and pains, fever and symptoms associated with colds and flu.
This larger 140ml bottle includes a graduated oral dosing syringe, helping parents and carers measure and administer the correct dose accurately.
Pharmacist Summary
Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension contains paracetamol, a widely used medicine for reducing fever and relieving mild to moderate pain in babies and young children. Always measure doses using the syringe supplied and follow the age-specific instructions carefully. Never give Calpol alongside another medicine containing paracetamol.
Reviewed by the Chemco Pharmacy pharmacist team.
Why Choose Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension?
- Contains paracetamol 120mg per 5ml
- Relieves mild to moderate pain
- Helps reduce fever
- Suitable for eligible babies from 2 months
- For babies and children up to 6 years
- Helps relieve teething pain
- Suitable for toothache and headache
- Can help relieve sore throat and earache
- Helps with aches and pains
- Can be used for post-immunisation fever as directed
- Sugar-free formulation
- Strawberry flavour
- Includes a graduated oral dosing syringe
- Larger 140ml bottle
What is Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension Used For?
Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension is used for the relief of pain and fever associated with common childhood conditions, including:
- Teething pain
- Toothache
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Earache
- Aches and pains
- Fever
- Feverish colds
- Cold and flu symptoms associated with pain or fever
- Post-immunisation fever when used as directed
How to use
Shake the bottle for at least 10 seconds before use. Always use the oral syringe supplied with the medicine to measure the dose accurately.
| Age | Dose | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 2–3 months | 2.5ml | See specific instructions below |
| 3–6 months | 2.5ml | Up to 4 times in 24 hours |
| 6–24 months | 5ml | Up to 4 times in 24 hours |
| 2–4 years | 7.5ml | Up to 4 times in 24 hours |
| 4–6 years | 10ml | Up to 4 times in 24 hours |
Leave at least 4 hours between doses and do not give more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period.
Babies Aged 2–3 Months
For babies aged 2–3 months, give one 2.5ml dose. If necessary, a second 2.5ml dose may be given after 4–6 hours.
For causes of pain and fever other than post-vaccination fever, the baby must weigh more than 4kg and have been born after 37 weeks.
Do not give more than 2 doses to a baby aged 2–3 months unless advised by a doctor or nurse. If further doses are required, seek medical advice.
Active Ingredient
Each 5ml contains:
Paracetamol 120mg.
This is the sugar-free formulation. Always check the current packaging and patient information leaflet for the complete ingredient and excipient list before use.
Important Safety Information
Contains paracetamol. Do not give with any other medicine containing paracetamol. Taking too much paracetamol can cause serious harm.
Do not give to babies under 2 months of age.
Do not exceed the stated dose. Leave at least 4 hours between doses.
Do not give this medicine for more than 3 days without speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before use if your child has liver or kidney problems, is taking other medicines or if you are unsure whether this medicine is suitable.
Always read the patient information leaflet before use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension used for?
It contains paracetamol and is used to relieve pain and reduce fever in babies and young children, including pain associated with teething, toothache, headache, sore throat, earache and common childhood illnesses.
How much paracetamol is in Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension?
Each 5ml contains 120mg of paracetamol.
What age is Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension suitable for?
It can be used in eligible babies from 2 months of age and in children up to 6 years. Specific restrictions and dosing instructions apply to babies aged 2–3 months, so always follow the patient information leaflet.
Does Calpol Infant Sugar Free Suspension 140ml come with a syringe?
Yes. The 140ml bottle is supplied with a graduated oral dosing syringe to help parents and carers measure the correct dose accurately.
Can I give Calpol with another medicine containing paracetamol?
No. Do not give Calpol at the same time as any other medicine containing paracetamol. Always check the active ingredients of other medicines and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.
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