Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is a widely prescribed medicine that helps to ease pain and bring down high body temperature (fever). In children, it treats conditions like headache, toothache, body ache, fever, and common cold.

It is a pain killer

Uses of Paracetamol Oral Suspension

Benefits of Paracetamol Oral Suspension

In Pain relief

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. It is also the first choice of painkiller during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

In Treatment of Fever

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.

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Side effects of Paracetamol Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Paracetamol

Indigestion
Stomach pain
Nausea
Vomiting

How to use Paracetamol Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is to be taken with food.

How Paracetamol Oral Suspension works

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension possesses analgesic (pain-reliever) and antipyretic (lowers body temperature) properties. It provides relief by blocking certain chemical messengers and pathways in the brain that send signals about pain and fever.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for children with kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Paracetamol Oral Suspension?

Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

Give Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension to your child with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
Your child should not take more than four doses of this medicine in 24 hours, so wait up to 6 hours between doses.
Never give any other medicine formulation containing paracetamol along with this medicine as that may lead to serious side effects.
Inform the doctor if your child has liver disease as the dose may need to be adjusted.
If Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension does not seem to be helping your child, contact your doctor for advice. Do not give extra doses.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

P-Aminophenol Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Analgesic & Antipyretic-PCM

Patient concerns

What is the dose of paracetamol 120mg

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

For 7 kg child u can give3 ml.

Fever of 101 from yesterday and running nose

Dr. Prashant Singh

Paediatrics

give paracetamol suspension every 4-5 hrs

Sir my baby is 1 yr old,having fever with vomiting from last evening.I have given him paracetamol 120mg & decolic syrup,5ml.But he is still in pain & fever.

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

Having fever, body pain, headache for last 2 days. Just for information I am having periods for last 4 days and started feeling weakness with that. Consulted today with a local physician today early morning. He asked for some blood tests and told to take just paracetamol. But I am still having body pain and headache and fever also come again after 4-5 hours of taking paracetamol. I am also attaching my blood test reports. Please tell if there is anything to worry about. After seeing the reports also physician told to take just paracetamol every 6 hrs

Dr. Asmita Kaundal

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

plz charur fever. paracetamol is only medicine which is safe in pregnancy for pain and fever

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FAQs

How much Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension should I give to my child?

Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding how much of the medicine to give and how often to give it. This depends on the strength of the medicine and the age of your child. You may also check the label or the leaflet inside the packaging for directions before use. The commonly recommended dose is 10-15 mg/kg per dose every 4 to 6 hours. In case you are not sure how much to give, consult your child’s doctor.

When will my child’s condition improve after taking Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension?

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension usually starts working within 30 to 60 mins of intake and shows its peak effect within 3 to 4 hours. Your child may start to feel better after a few doses. In case the pain or fever persists longer, consult your child’s doctor immediately.

My child vomited after taking Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension. What should I do?

Can I give Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension to my child for low-grade fever?

You can give this medicine if your child has a temperature of 38.3°C (101°F) or higher. But, you must always try to speak to your child’s doctor first.

My child’s fever is persistent even after taking Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension. What should I do?

If the fever doesn't come down after the initial few doses, the cause might be an infection (virus or bacteria). It is advised to consult your child’s doctor for specific treatment.

How much of Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is considered as an overdose?

You should only take four doses of Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4-6 hours between two doses. Do not take it for more than 3 days without first talking to your doctor. Based on the dose, more than 250 mg/kg can lead to toxicity and can be potentially fatal. An overdose is capable of causing serious damage to the liver and kidneys. Inform your doctor immediately if you think you have given too much of this medicine to your child, even if your child seems well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage.

Is there any special diet my child needs to follow while taking this medicine?

Unless instructed by your doctor, your child should take a normal balanced diet while continuing this medicine as lack of nutrition can put your child at risk of developing medicinal toxicity.

Where should I store this medicine?

Keep this medicine at room temperature in a dry place beyond the reach of the children.

In what conditions Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension must be given with caution?

It is advised to use Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension with caution if the child has malnutrition, G6PD deficiency, liver disease, or any medicinal allergy. So, do not hesitate to share your child’s complete medical history with the doctor as that will help the doctor decide whether the medicine is safe for your child or not.

Can I give Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension on a routine basis when my child is taking a vaccine?

Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, it is best if you let your child recover from the ongoing illness and finish the course of the medicine As soon as a child is feeling better the vaccine can and should be given.

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Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension

Product introduction

Uses of Paracetamol Oral Suspension

Benefits of Paracetamol Oral Suspension

In Pain relief

In Treatment of Fever

Side effects of Paracetamol Oral Suspension

Common side effects of Paracetamol

How to use Paracetamol Oral Suspension

How Paracetamol Oral Suspension works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Paracetamol Oral Suspension?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

How much Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension should I give to my child?

When will my child’s condition improve after taking Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension?

My child vomited after taking Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension. What should I do?

Can I give Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension to my child for low-grade fever?

My child’s fever is persistent even after taking Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension. What should I do?

How much of Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension is considered as an overdose?

Is there any special diet my child needs to follow while taking this medicine?

Where should I store this medicine?

In what conditions Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension must be given with caution?

Can I give Paracetamol 120mg Oral Suspension on a routine basis when my child is taking a vaccine?

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