CALPOL fast melts 6+ tablets 250mg 24

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  • CALPOL fast melts 6+ tablets 250mg 24

CALPOL fast melts 6+ tablets 250mg 24

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  • Medication features

    Calpol six plus fastmelts are a good pain relief medicine for children over 6 years old. They provide relief from mild to moderate pain including toothache, headache, sore throat, aches and pains, cold and flu, feverishness, including post immunisation fever. They contain the active ingredient 250mg paracetamol per tablet. These strawberry flavour tablets dissolve quickly in the mouth and can be taken without water, delivering long lasting pain and fever relief within 15 minutes. Suitable for children aged 6 years and older.

    • Melt on the tongue
    • Strawberry flavoured tablets
    • On the go pain and fever relief for children

Overview

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Calpol Sixplus Fastmelts are a painkiller and fever reducer for children aged 6 years and over. They contain paracetamol, a common and effective medicine for relieving pain and fever. The tablets are strawberry-flavoured and dissolve quickly in the mouth, making them easy to take without water.

FAQ

  • What are Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus?

    Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus deliver effective relief from pain and fever, including toothache, headache, sore throat, aches and pains, and feverishness. These convenient, fast-melting strawberry-flavoured tablets dissolve quickly in the mouth forming a pleasant tasting paste, making them easy to administer to children.

  • How will Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus help? 

    If your child is feeling under the weather, Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus can be your go-to helper for easing their discomfort.

    Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus are a gentle yet effective way to soothe your child's aches and pains, whether it's a throbbing toothache, a nagging headache, or soreness from a minor injury. It can even help bring down a fever, making your child feel more comfortable and less fussy.

    These strawberry-flavoured tablets dissolve quickly in the mouth, so no need to struggle with swallowing pills. Just pop one in, and let it melt away, bringing relief to your little one.

    If symptoms persist consult your doctor or pharmacist.

  • How do you take Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus?

    Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus tablets are designed to dissolve quickly in the mouth, forming a sticky liquid, making them easy to take without water. Peel back the foil from the blister pack and carefully remove one tablet.

    Place the tablet on your child's tongue and encourage them to let it dissolve slowly. Do not chew or swallow the tablet whole, they're supposed to be sucked gently.

  • What are the ingredients in Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus?

    The ingredients in Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus are:

    • Other ingredients:
    • Active ingredient: 250mg paracetamol per tablet

    • Mannitol (E421)
    • Crospovidone
    • Aspartame (E951)
    • Magnesium stearate
    • Basic butylated methacrylate copolymer
    • Polyacrylate dispersion 30%
    • Colloidal anhydrous silica
    • Strawberry flavouring (containing benzyl alcohol and glucose)

    Please note that this product contains aspartame, which may be harmful to people with phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare genetic disorder. It also contains benzyl alcohol, which may cause allergic reactions in some people.

    If you or your child are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine, consult your doctor before administering it.

  • What is the usual dosage for Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus?

    • Children aged 6 – 9: 1 tablet up to 4 times in 24 hours
    • Children aged 9 – 12: 2 tablets up to 4 times in 24 hours
    • Children aged 12 – 16: 2 – 3 tablets up to 4 times in 24 hours
    • Adults and children aged over 16: 2 – 4 tablets up to 4 times in 24 hours
    • Do not give to children under 6 years of age

    Do not exceed the recommended daily dose for your child's age and do not take for longer than 3 days.

  • Who are Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus suitable for?

    Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus are suitable for children aged 6 years and above, suffering with pain and fever.

    The medication is not suitable for children under 6 years of age, as the dosage of paracetamol is higher than what is recommended for younger children.

    It is also not suitable for individuals with known allergies to paracetamol or any of the other ingredients in the product.

    If you're unsure if this medicine is suitable for your child, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

  • Can adults take Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus?

    Yes, if you don't like taking tablet form or liquid form paracetamol, adults can take Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus. However, do note that Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus are specifically designed for children aged 6 years and above. The dosage of paracetamol in each tablet is 250mg, which is lower than the typical adult dosage of 500mg.

Side Effects

Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus are generally well-tolerated when used as directed. However, like all medications, it can potentially cause side effects in some individuals.

This includes:

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Becoming unusually tired
  • Unexpected bruising or bleeding
  • Getting more infections (such as colds) than usual
  • Serious skin reactions e.g. skin reddening, blisters, rash
  • Liver damage: Prolonged use of high doses of paracetamol, the active ingredient in Calpol Fastmelts Six Plus, can potentially cause liver damage.

In rare cases, an allergic reaction may occur, causing symptoms like hives, swelling, or difficulty breathing. If you suspect an allergic reaction, stop using the medication and seek immediate medical attention.

You can also contact the Pharmacy Online team to discuss any concerns you may have about this medicine. 

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