Description
Overview
How do Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension Sachets (12 Sachets) ensure accurate dosing? Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension Sachets provide the exact same trusted fever and pain relief as the bottle version but in a convenient, pre-measured format. Each sachet contains exactly 5ml of suspension, delivering 120mg of Paracetamol. This eliminates the need for measuring spoons or syringes when out and about, reducing the risk of dosing errors. Like the bottle, the suspension works by inhibiting prostaglandin production in the brain to lower fever and blocking pain signals to relieve discomfort from teething, vaccinations, or sore throats.
Why is the sachet format of Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension beneficial for travel? The primary advantage of Calpol Sachets is portability. Glass bottles can be heavy, breakable, and sticky if they leak in a changing bag. These individual sachets are tough, lightweight, and hygienic. They are ideal for keeping in a nappy bag, car glovebox, or first aid kit for emergencies. Because each dose is sealed until use, there is no risk of the medicine becoming contaminated or degrading once a bottle is opened, ensuring the product remains fresh for longer.
Who Is It For
Who are Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension Sachets (12 Sachets) suitable for? Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension Sachets are suitable for babies and children aged 2 months to 6 years (weighing over 4kg). They are specifically indicated for parents who travel frequently or need a “just in case” option for nursery or day trips. The Strawberry flavour and Sugar-Free formula make them suitable for virtually all infants, protecting emerging teeth while ensuring the medicine is palatable.
Usage Instructions
How to administer Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension Sachets (12 Sachets) correctly? To ensure the full dose is given:
Massage: Knead the sachet gently with fingers before opening to mix the suspension, as the active ingredient can settle.
Open: Tear or cut the top of the sachet along the dotted line.
Dispense: Squeeze the contents of the sachet onto a spoon. Do not squeeze directly into the child’s mouth, as the force could cause choking or spillage.
Administer: Feed the medicine from the spoon to the child immediately.
What is the correct dosage?
Child’s Age: 2-3 Months: 2.5ml (half a sachet). Note: This is difficult to measure accurately with a sachet; a syringe from a bottle pack is often better for this age.
Child’s Age: 3-6 Months: 2.5ml (half a sachet).
Child’s Age: 6-24 Months: 5ml (one full sachet).
Child’s Age: 2-4 Years: 7.5ml (one and a half sachets).
Child’s Age: 4-6 Years: 10ml (two full sachets).
Frequency: Up to 4 times in 24 hours. Leave at least 4 hours between doses.
Warnings
When must Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension Sachets (12 Sachets) be used with caution? Contains Paracetamol: Do not give this medicine with any other product containing paracetamol to prevent overdose. Waste: If using half a sachet (2.5ml), the remaining liquid in the sachet must be discarded immediately. Do not save open sachets for later use. Consultation: If the child does not improve after 3 days, consult a doctor.
Alternatives
Common alternatives to Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension Sachets (12 Sachets)? If sachets are not suitable due to the fixed volume, common alternatives include:
Calpol Infant Suspension Bottle: The standard bottle with a syringe allows for easier measurement of 2.5ml doses for younger babies.
Nurofen for Children Singles: Individual sachets of Ibuprofen suspension (Orange or Strawberry), offering a portable anti-inflammatory alternative.
Calpol FastMelts: For older children (6+), these dissolving tablets offer similar portability without the need for liquid.
Generic Paracetamol Sachets: Some pharmacy chains offer unbranded sachets which provide the same 120mg/5ml dose at a lower cost.
