There have been reports of blood dyscrasias including thrombocytopenia and agranulocytosis, but these were not necessarily causally related to Paracetamol. Adverse effects of Paracetamol are rare. Very rare cases of serious skin reactions have been reported. Very rarely hypersensitivity and anaphylactic reactions including skin rash may occur. There is limited evidence for the carcinogenicity of paracetamol in experimental animals. Liver cell tumours can be detected in rats following chronic feeding of 500 mg/kg/day paracetamol. Amber glass bottle closed with a two-piece plastic child resistant, tamper evident closure fitted with a polyethylene or polvinylidine chloride (PVDC) laminate faced wad Do not give your child more than 4 doses of paracetamol in 24 hours. You can give it every 4 to 6 hours. Follow the instructions on the leaflet that comes with the medicine.

This medicine contains 17.8mg propylene glycol (E1520) in each 5ml dose, which is equivalent to 3.56mg/ml. As with all medicines, if your child is currently taking any other medicine consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

What is paracetamol used for?

Becoming unusually tired, unexpected bruising or bleeding, getting more infections such as colds than usual Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if the child seems well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Symptoms of paracetamol overdosage in the first 24 hours include pallor, nausea, vomiting, anorexia and abdominal pain. Liver damage may become apparent 12 to 48 hours after ingestion as liver function tests become abnormal. Abnormalities of glucose metabolism and metabolic acidosis may occur. In severe cases liver failure may lead to encephalopathy, coma and death. Acute renal failure with acute tubular necrosis may develop with or without severe liver damage. Cardiac arrhythmias and pancreatitis have been reported.

Do not give this medicine to your child for more than 3 days without speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.Calpol advises adults and children over the age of 16 to try Calpol SixPlus (suitable from six years). It contains paracetamol and is used to help with fever, colds, earache, sore throats and general pains. Caution in patients with severe renal impairment or severe hepatic impairment. The hazards of overdose are greater in those with non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease. However, you may find that the convenience is worth the extra cost, such as if you're after something pre-measured and fuss-free to take on a flight or to give to a child who won't take pain relief any other way.