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Introduction About P 120 SUSPENSION
P 120 Suspension is an analgesic and antipyretic medicine that is used in infants and children to manage pain such as headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache and teething pains, sore throat, rheumatic aches and pains, and influenza.
It also helps in managing fever. It contains paracetamol as an active ingredient which blocks the pain and fever causing mechanism in the body.
Paracetamol works by inhibiting the production of a chemical called prostaglandins in the body which is responsible for causing pain and swelling. It reduces fever by affecting an area of the brain that is responsible for regulating our body temperature called hypothalamic heat-regulating centre.
Always give P 120 Suspension to your child exactly as advised by your child’s doctor. Shake well before use. Do not exceed the daily recommended dosages. It is not recommended for use P 120 Suspension in children who weigh less than 4kg, were born before 37 weeks of gestation, or have allergy to paracetamol. Before giving P 120 Suspension to your child, inform the doctor if he/she has liver, kidney diseases or sugar intolerance.
Key Composition
- Paracetamol
Therapeutic Uses Of P 120 SUSPENSION
It is used in children to manage and relieve:
- mild to moderate pain such as headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache and teething pains, sore throat, rheumatic aches and pains, influenza
- fever, including post-vaccination fever
Side Effects Of P 120 SUSPENSION
Consult a doctor if your child experience any unusual symptoms such as such as allergic reaction, swelling in legs, arms, face, throat or tongue, difficulty in breathing, swallowing, rashes, etc while taking this medicine.
Safety Advice
- Always give P 120 Suspension to your child as exactly as advised by your child’s doctor
- Shake well before use
- Do not exceed the daily recommended dosages
- It is not recommended for use in children who weigh less than 4kg, were born before 37 weeks of gestation
- Do not give P 120 Suspension to your child if he/she is allergic to any of it’s components
- Before giving P 120 Suspension to your child, inform your doctor if he/she has liver, kidney diseases or sugar intolerance
- Inform your doctor on all the medicines your child uses including prescription, non-prescription and herbal supplements
More Information
- Keep P 120 Suspension it out of reach of children
- Store at room temperature
FAQs About P 120 SUSPENSION
Q: What is P 120 Suspension used for?
A: P 120 Suspension is an analgesic and antipyretic medicine that is used in infants and children to manage pain such as headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache and teething pains, sore throat, rheumatic aches and pains, and influenza. It also helps in managing fever.
Q: Does P 120 Suspension causes any serious side effects?
A: Consult a doctor if your child experiences any unusual symptoms such as such as allergic reaction, swelling in legs, arms, face, throat or tongue, difficulty in breathing, swallowing, rashes, etc while taking this medicine.
Q: How many hours is P 120 Suspension effective?
A: P 120 Suspension has paracetamol which begins to ease pain and lower a high temperature about 30 minutes after a dose is taken. Its effects usually last for about 4 to 6 hours. However, it may depend on an individual’s disease condition.
Q: How many times a day can I give P 120 Suspension to my child?
A: Maintain at least 4 hours of time gap between two doses. Do not give more than four doses in 24 hours and do not use it beyond three days. Ask for your doctor’s advice before giving it to your child.
Q: Can I use P 120 Suspension during pregnancy?
A: It is intended to be used for paediatric population. However, consult a doctor before taking it during pregnancy.
Q: Can P 120 Suspension be used to reduce post vaccination fever?
A: Yes. It can be used to reduce post-vaccination fever in children. Your doctor will decide the exact dose for your child depending upon his age and weight. Also, you consult with your doctor if the fever persists after second dose.
References
1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6693.pdf
2. https://www.hpra.ie/img/uploaded/swedocuments/LicenseSPC_PA0823-010-010_22092016160236.pdf
3. https://www.ciplamed.com/content/fevago-suspensiondrops
4. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/paracetamol
5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6701828/
6. https://www.apexlab.com/preview-p-120-suspension.php
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