Calpol Infant Suspension - 100ml

Calpol Infant Suspension - Trusted Baby Fever Relief

You can rely on Calpol infant suspension to provide gentle yet effective relief from fever and pain in babies and young children. This strawberry-flavoured liquid medicine contains paracetamol as its active ingredient, making it suitable for infants from 2 months old. The 100ml bottle comes with a measuring syringe to help you give the correct dose safely.

This infant paracetamol formulation has been specially developed for young children who cannot yet take tablets or capsules. The pleasant taste makes administration easier, whilst the liquid format allows for precise dosing based on your child's age and weight. Many parents keep this medicine in their baby and toddler medicine cabinet as a reliable first-line treatment for common childhood ailments.

How Paracetamol Works to Reduce Fever and Pain

Paracetamol works by blocking the production of prostaglandins in your child's brain and spinal cord. These chemical messengers are responsible for transmitting pain signals and regulating body temperature. By reducing prostaglandin levels, the medicine helps lower fever and provides relief from mild to moderate pain.

The liquid formulation allows the paracetamol to be absorbed quickly through your child's digestive system, typically beginning to work within 30 minutes of administration. The effects usually last for 4-6 hours, providing sustained relief from symptoms whilst your child's immune system fights the underlying condition.

Suitable Ages and Conditions for Treatment

This baby fever medicine is appropriate for infants and children from 2 months up to 6 years of age. You can use it to treat various conditions that cause discomfort in young children, always following the dosing instructions carefully.

Common situations where you might use this paracetamol suspension include:

• High temperature and fever associated with colds or flu
• Post-vaccination fever and discomfort
• Teething pain and associated irritability
• Headaches and general aches in young children

Sugar-Free Formula for Better Oral Health

This Calpol 100ml formulation is sugar-free, which helps protect your child's developing teeth from decay. The absence of sugar is particularly important for regular users or children who may need frequent doses during illness. Instead of sugar, the medicine uses artificial sweeteners to maintain its appealing strawberry flavour.

The sugar-free formulation also makes it suitable for children with diabetes, though you should always consult your healthcare provider before giving any medicine to diabetic children. This consideration for dental health demonstrates the manufacturer's commitment to your child's overall wellbeing.

Storage Requirements and Shelf Life

You should store this medicine below 25°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use and ensure it remains out of reach of children. Once opened, the suspension maintains its effectiveness for the duration of its shelf life, provided you store it correctly.

Always check the expiry date before use and dispose of any expired medicine safely through your local pharmacy's disposal service. The measuring syringe should be cleaned after each use and stored with the medicine bottle.

This product is a medicine. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using if you have an underlying medical condition or are taking other medicines.