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Calpol 100 MG Drops

Manufactured byGlaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsParacetamol
₹30.07
15ML DROPS

Description

Calpol 100 MG Drops is a fever medicine that contains Paracetamol. It is used as first-line therapy for the treatment of fever and pain in children. It also provides relief from mild to moderate pain associated with/without fever. It decreases the intensity of pain signals to the brain and also blocks the release of chemical substances in the brain, that increases pain and body temperature. Calpol 100 MG Drops do not usually cause side effects. However, the common side effects include stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor if these symptoms bother your child. Calpol 100 MG Drops are safe to use within the recommended dosage but long-term overdose may lead to liver damage. Calpol 100 MG Drops should be given with food or milk to avoid stomach irritation. You should not give this medicine more than 4 times a day, so the 6 hours interval must be maintained between two doses. Do not give antacids within 2 hours of using this medicine. It is not recommended for children with kidney or liver issues as it may severely worsen these conditions.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Calpol 100 MG Drops

Doliprane 100 MG Drops
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Xt Para 100 MG Drops
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Calpol 100 MG Drops

Stomach discomfort

Nausea and vomiting

Tiredness

Skin rash

Bloody or cloudy urine

Loose stools

Dark or clay coloured stools

Uses of Calpol 100 MG Drops

What is it prescribed for?

Fever

Fever is a temporary increase in body temperature, often due to an illness. Calpol 100 MG Drops is used to decrease elevated body temperature (fever). A fever can be a sign of several health conditions. This medicine provides relief from fever without treating the underlying cause.

Mild to moderate pain

Pain is an unpleasant sensation that can occur frequently or can appear only under some conditions. It is a sign indicating that something is wrong with the body. Calpol 100 MG Drops is used to relieve mild to moderate pain in children.

Post Vaccination Fever

Calpol 100 MG Drops is being provided by vaccinators to the children after vaccination. Calpol 100 MG Drops for babies after vaccination helps to relieve fever, local pain, and swelling after a vaccine has been administered. Calpol 100 MG Drops dosage after vaccination will be determined by your doctor.

Sore throat

A sore throat is the most common symptom of any viral or bacterial infection in which there may be a pain in the throat due to which children may feel difficulty in swallowing food and water. Calpol 100 MG Drops is used to relieve pain associated with a sore throat in children and infants.

Toothache

A toothache or tooth pain is a sharp pain in or around the tooth. Calpol 100 MG Drops helps to relieve toothache to an extent.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    Calpol 100 MG Drops provides relief from pain and fever within 30-60 minutes of administration.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effects of Calpol 100 MG Drops may last for up to 6 hours.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported for Calpol 100 MG Drops.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Calpol 100 MG Drops are recommended to use in children.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Calpol 100 MG Drops are recommended to use in children.

Allergy

Avoid using Calpol 100 MG Drops if your child is allergic to this medicine. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Severe liver impairment

Children with liver disease need special consideration while using Calpol 100 MG Drops. This medicine gets converted to its active form in the liver. Therefore, by using large amounts of this medicine, more active forms are formed which may lead to liver damage. The use of this medicine is generally not recommended in children with severe liver disease because it may worsen the condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Calpol 100 MG Drops are recommended to use in children.

Breast-feeding

Calpol 100 MG Drops are recommended to use in children.

General warnings

Overdose and/or excessive use

Paracetamol poisoning is caused by the excessive use of Calpol 100 MG Drops accidentally or intentionally, resulting in liver damage. Give this medicine as advised by the doctor/pharmacist. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.

Chronic malnutrition

Malnutrition and fasting can increase the risk of Calpol 100 MG Drops toxicity. Dose adjustment should be done based on body weight.

Missed Dose

If a scheduled dose of Calpol 100 MG Drops is missed, then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor if you suspect that you might have given an overdose of Calpol 100 MG Drops to your child.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Sodium Nitrite

Prilocaine

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Liver disease

Children with liver diseases need special consideration while using Calpol 100 MG Drops. This medicine gets converted to its active form in the liver. Therefore, by using large amounts of this medicine, more active forms are formed which may lead to liver damage.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Give Calpol 100 MG Drops as advised by the doctor. Never give more than the prescribed dose. Do not give this medicine to your child without being prescribed by the doctor. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Calpol 100 MG Drops decreases the intensity of pain signals to the brain. It also stops the release of chemicals called prostaglandins, that increase pain and body temperature. Thus, this medicine provides relief from pain and fever.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Analgesics/Antipyretic

Schedule

OTC

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₹30.07 
15ML DROPS