Infacetamol 50 mg, suppositories for infants, 10 pieces

Infacetamol 50 mg, suppositories for infants, 10 pieces

Infacetamol 50 mg is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication for infants under 1 year of age, designed to relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce fever. It can be used for teething discomfort, post-vaccination pain, and flu-like or cold symptoms. This rectal form provides almost immediate action and is gentle on the stomach, making it suitable for young children and for cases with vomiting.

Indications

• Pain and fever of various origins, e.g., teething or after vaccinations
• Symptomatic treatment of colds and flu-like conditions
• For infants weighing up to 10 kg (under 1 year)

Composition

• Active substance: paracetamol 50 mg per suppository
• Excipient: solid fat

Dosage

• Administer rectally according to body weight
• Infants 3.3–5 kg (under 3 months): 1 suppository 3–4 times daily
• Infants 6–10 kg (3 months to 1 year): 2 suppositories 3–4 times daily
• Do not administer more often than every 4 hours
• Recommended dose: 10–15 mg of paracetamol per kg body weight per dose
• Maximum total daily dose: 60 mg/kg body weight
• Do not double a missed dose; consult a doctor in case of overdose

If symptoms persist or worsen after 3 days, consult a doctor immediately.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to paracetamol or any excipients
• Severe liver and/or kidney failure

Warnings and Precautions

• Use with caution in liver or kidney impairment
• Use with caution in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
• Do not use with other paracetamol-containing products

Side Effects

Rare: pruritus, urticaria, rash, erythema, angioedema. Very rare: changes in blood count (thrombocytopenia), liver dysfunction, impaired renal function.

Interactions

Inform your doctor or pharmacist about all medications, including OTC or herbal products, particularly: phenobarbital, phenytoin, carbamazepine, omeprazole, rifampicin, zidovudine, St. John's wort, ethanol-containing medicines, probenecid, or warfarin. Avoid concomitant use with other paracetamol products.

Storage

Store at temperatures not exceeding 25°C. Keep out of reach and sight of children. Do not use after the expiry date.

Driving and Using Machinery

Not applicable. This medicine is intended for infants.

Package Contents

10 rectal suppositories of Infacetamol 50 mg for infants

Keywords

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