SUPPOL CHILD Suppositories 10's

Fever (234)

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Paracetamol 170 mg Also Known As: Acetaminophen

Manufacturer

Meridian Enterprises Pvt Ltd

Country of Origin

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Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIESSUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES contains Paracetamol which belongs to the group of medicines called Analgesics and Antipyretics. It is used to manage pain and fever (high temperature) in children (from 3 months to 12 years of age) who find it difficult to take the medicine orally. Before administering SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES to your child, inform the child’s doctor if your child has liver or kidney problems or any allergies. Do not give your child medicines containing alcohol. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES is not recommended for use in elderly patients, pregnant and breastfeeding women as it is used only in children. The most common

Uses

OF SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES Manage pain and fever in children (from 3 months to 12 years of age), who finds it difficult to take the medicine orally

How It Works

SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES relieves pain by increasing the pain threshold by inhibiting certain enzymes (COX-1 and COX-2) involved in the synthesis of chemicals responsible for inducing pain (prostaglandins). It reduces fever by directly acting on heat-regulating centers in the brain, resulting in vessel relaxation, sweating and loss of body heat.

Directions for Use

Administer SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES to your child as advised by the physician. It is for rectal use only. Your child’s bowel needs to be empty when you administer it. Wash your hands and peel the wrapping apart. Do not break the medicine before use. Smoothly push into the back passage of the child with the pointed end first. Slightly warm it between your hands beforehand to make it easier. Tell your child to keep still for a minute or two and then clean your hands. Your child’s doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for your child based on the child’s age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects

SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES Manage pain and fever in children (from 3 months to 12 years of age), who finds it difficult to take the medicine orally HOW SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES WORKSSUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES relieves pain by increasing the pain threshold by inhibiting certain enzymes (COX-1 and COX-2) involved in the synthesis of chemicals responsible for inducing pain (prostaglandins). It reduces fever by directly acting on heat-regulating centers in the brain, resulting in vessel relaxation, sweating and loss of body heat. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAdminister SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES to your child as advised by the physician. It is for rectal use only. Your child’s bowel needs to be empty when you administer it. Wash your hands and peel the wrapping apart. Do not break the medicine before use. Smoothly push into the back passage of the child with the pointed end first. Slightly warm it between your hands beforehand to make it easier. Tell your child to keep still for a minute or two and then clean your hands. Your child’s doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for your child based on the child’s age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIESCOMMON redness or soreness in and around the back passage RARE blood problems (bruising or bleeding more easily than usual, more susceptibility to infections, fever, ulcers in the mouth and throat) liver problems (yellow skin or whites of the eyes) Stop administering SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES to your child and contact the doctor immediately if your child experiences any of the following side effects: allergic reaction (signs include rash, trouble swallowing or breathing, swelling of the lips, face, throat or tongue)

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYSUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it is used only in children. Consult your doctor for advice. BREASTFEEDINGSUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it is used only in children. Consult your doctor for advice. ALCOHOLDo not give your child medicines containing alcohol. Consult the child’s doctor for advice before administering SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES to your child. KIDNEYSUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES should be used with caution in children with kidney problems. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. LIVERSUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES should be used with caution in children with liver problems. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. ALLERGYDo not administer SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES to your child if they are allergic to Paracetamol, soya, peanuts or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before administering SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES to your child, inform to child’s doctor if your child is taking any of the following medicines: other medicines containing paracetamol medicines used to manage nausea and vomiting (Ex. metoclopramide, domperidone) cholestyramine (used to control blood lipid levels) medicines used to manage fits (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin) warfarin (used for managing blood clots) medicines containing alcohol medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. rifampicin, flucloxacillin) Overdosage: If you have administered more SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES to your child accidentally, consult the child’s doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital, even if the child feels well, as it can cause delayed serious liver damage. SYNOPSIS Drug : Paracetamol Pharmacological Category : Para aminophenol derivative Therapeutic Indication : Pain, Fever Dosage Forms : Tablet, Dispersible tablet, Drops, Syrup, Oral suspension, Liquid, Oral solution, Suppositories, Infusion, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES out of reach of children Store SUPPOL CHILD SUPPOSITORIES below 25°C

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Last Updated

27 Mar 2023

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