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Paracetamol Children's 5 to 12 Years (Pharmacy Health) TM
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients: paracetamol
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PHARMACY HEALTH PARACETAMOL COLOUR FREE CONCENTRATED SUSPENSION 5 - 12 YEARS 48 mg/mL suspension bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Temporary relief of pain and fever.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Suspension
- Oral
- Smooth, off-white to slightly brown liquid that darkens with age.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
- Store below 25 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
- 500mL pack
- 50mL 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
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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