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Panadol Children's 5 to 12 Years TM
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Active ingredients: paracetamol
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PANADOL CHILDREN 5 - 12 YEARS paracetamol 48 mg/mL oral suspension bottle (Strawberry - Colourfree)What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the temporary relief of fever and pain associated with teething, headache, earache, immunisation, symptoms of cold and flu.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Suspension
- Oral
- An opaque, white viscous suspension, with small white crystals dispersed uniformly throughout the suspension.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 100mL pack
- 200mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient paracetamol
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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