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Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PARACETAMOL-250MG

Uses:

<p>Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension is used for Fever and pain relief. The detailed uses of Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension are as follows:<br/> • Pain Relief: Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension is commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain, including headaches, toothaches, muscle aches, and menstrual cramps. It works by suppressing the brain's production of prostaglandins, which induce pain.<br/> • Fever Reduction: Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension effectively reduces fever caused by infections or other conditions. It lowers the body's temperature by working on the hypothalamic heat-regulating area.<br/> • Cold and Flu Symptom Relief: Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension is also used to treat cold and flu symptoms such as body pains, fever, and headaches.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension contains Paracetamol as an active ingredient (antipyretic and analgesic). Paracetamol lowers the elevated body temperature and mild pain by inhibiting the synthesis of a chemical messenger (prostaglandin) and promoting heat loss (through sweating) that helps reset the hypothalamic thermostat. 

FAQs

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension is used to provide relief from fever and mild-to-moderate pain.

Paracetamol lowers elevated body temperature and mild pain by inhibiting the synthesis of a chemical messenger (prostaglandin) and promotes heat loss (through sweating).

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension can cause diarrhea as a side effect in some children. If your child has diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrheal medicine unless your paediatrician recommends it.

Yes, Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension is used in treating post-vaccination fever in babies. It also helps reduce injection pain in babies receiving vaccination.

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension may cause certain side effects such as abdominal pain, cold-like symptoms, or diarrhoea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your paediatrician.

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension can be used in babies if prescribed by the doctor. Administer Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension to the child in the dose and duration advised by the paediatrician.

If your child vomits within 30 minutes after administering the dose, repeat the dose again. If it has been more than 30 minutes, do not repeat the dose and wait until it is time for the next dose. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension may not cause constipation. Consult the doctor if your child has constipation. Include fibre-rich food and fluids in your child’s diet.

Yes, Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension is effective for fever. It helps reduce high temperatures by affecting chemical messengers in the brain that regulate body temperature.

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension starts working within 30 minutes.

Your doctor will determine the dose of Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension depending on the child’s condition and age. Please consult the doctor.

The effect of Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension starts within 30 minutes and peaks within 3-4 hours. Your child’s condition may improve after a few doses. Consult the doctor if your child’s condition does not improve even after administering Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration.

Yes, Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension can be given to the child for a low-grade fever. However, please consult a doctor.

Constant fever could be an indication of an infection. Please consult the doctor if the child’s fever is persistent even after taking Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension.

Total doses of Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension more than 150 mg/kg over any 8-hour period for children under 6 and total doses of 200 mg/kg are considered toxic for children 6 years and older.

No special diet is required to be followed while taking Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension unless advised otherwise by the doctor.

Store Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension should be used with caution if the child has malnutrition, any medicinal allergy, G6PD deficiency, or kidney/liver disease.

Though Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension may not interfere with the vaccines, it is best to consult a doctor if your child is due to undergo any vaccination whilst on treatment with Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension.

Paracetamol drops can be used for 3-month-old babies if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension begins to ease fever within 30 minutes after taking a dose.

Ibuprofen is the only safe painkiller to give children alongside paracetamol. However, both medicines should not be used at the same time. Please consult the doctor about the use of ibuprofen and paracetamol in children.

Symptoms of paracetamol allergy in children are swelling of the face, tongue or throat, difficulty swallowing, unexplained wheezing, rash or hives, skin reddening, shortness of breath and blisters. If you notice these symptoms, stop using Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension and seek medical help right away.

Some medicines may interact with Paralex-Kid Oral Suspension. Therefore, let the doctor know if your child is using any other medicines.