INTRODUCTION

Suppol child suppositories contains Paracetamol which belongs to a group of medicines called pain-killers (analgesics) used for symptomatic relief of pain and fever. It is also used to treat neonatal hyperthermia, high grade fever, neonatal sepsis, pain management in post-operative cases in NICU & PICU, gastroenteritis where babies have vomiting, febrile convulsion and following immunization vaccines.

The recommended usual daily dose depends on the weight of the child. It is determined at 60mg/kg/day, to be spaced out in 4 different intakes per day: Suppol Child (170mg) - From 12-16kg (about 2 to 4 years old). If needed suppository can be moistened with water for easy insertion.

KEY COMPOSITION

• Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)

THERAPEUTIC USES OF SUPPOL CHILD 170MG SUPPOSITORY

• For symptomatic relief of pain and fever
• Neonatal hyperthermia, high grade fever, neonatal sepsis, pain management in post-operative cases in NICU & PICU, gastroenteritis where babies have vomiting, febrile convulsion and following immunization vaccines

SIDE EFFECTS OF SUPPOL CHILD 170MG SUPPOSITORY

Suppol child Suppositories may cause side effects although not everybody gets them.

SAFETY ADVICE

The recommended usual daily dose depends on the weight of the child. It is determined at 60mg/kg/day, to be spaced out in 4 different intakes per day: Suppol Child (170mg) - From 12-16kg (about 2 to 4 years old).

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if your child is taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines such as:

• other medicines containing paracetamol
• medicines to treat nausea and vomiting, such as metoclopramide and domperidone
• cholestyramine, used to reduce the level of cholesterol (fat) in the blood
• medicines such as warfarin, used for treating blood clots
• medicines used for treating epilepsy or fits (e.g. phenytoin, carbamazepine)
• rifampicin

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not store above 25°C

FAQs ABOUT SUPPOL CHILD 170MG SUPPOSITORY

What is the use of Suppol Child Suppositories?

It is used for symptomatic relief of pain and fever.

How much should Suppol Child Suppositories be taken?

The recommended usual daily dose depends on the weight of the child. It is determined at 60mg/kg/day, to be spaced out in 4 different intakes per day: Suppol Child (170mg) - From 12-16kg (about 2 to 4 years old) or as directed by the physician.