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Paracetamol Children's 6 to 12 Years (Apohealth) TM
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Active ingredients: paracetamol
Pack: Paracetamol Children's 6 to 12 Years (Apohealth) 48 mg/mL oral liquid, 200 mL, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOHEALTH Children's Paracetamol 6 to 12 years paracetamol 48mg/mL oral liquid bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For effective temporary relief of fever and pain associated with immunisation, earache, headache, symptoms of colds and flu.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Oral Liquid, suspension
- Oral
- White to off white uniform suspension with characteristic flavour
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
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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