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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Caplet India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Cepal 100mg/ml Drop

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is used in relieving pain and fever. Pain can be acute (temporary) or chronic (long-lasting). Fever is a high body temperature followed by shivering, headache, and, in severe cases, delirium.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop contains Paracetamol, which works by blocking the production of a chemical messenger (prostaglandin) and encouraging heat loss (through sweating), which helps reset the hypothalamus thermostat.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop may cause side effects such as abdominal pain, nausea or diarrhoea. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your paediatrician.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving Cepal 100mg/ml Drop to your child if she/he is allergic to it. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition, medications, and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Cepal 100mg/ml Drop

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is used for Fever and pain relief. The detailed uses of Cepal 100mg/ml Drop are as follows:

  • Pain Relief: Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain by suppressing the brain's production of prostaglandins, which are responsible for inducing pain.
  • Fever Reduction: Cepal 100mg/ml Drop effectively reduces fever caused by infections or other conditions. It lowers the body's temperature by working on the hypothalamic heat-regulating area.
  • Cold and Flu Symptom Relief: Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is also used to relieve cold and flu symptoms, including body aches, fever, and headaches.

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Directions for Use

  • Cepal 100mg/ml Drop can be administered with or without food as directed by the doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Administer the prescribed dose to the child using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.
  • Shake well before use.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Cepal 100mg/ml Drop contains Paracetamol as an active ingredient (antipyretic and analgesic). It is used to relieve pain and fever.
  • 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.
  • Cepal 100mg/ml Drop helps relieve symptoms of pain and fever in children.

How Cepal 100mg/ml Drop Works

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop contains Paracetamol, which belongs to the antipyretic and analgesic class of drugs. Paracetamol works by blocking the production of a chemical messenger (prostaglandin) and encouraging heat loss (through sweating), which helps reset the hypothalamus thermostat.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Cepal 100mg/ml Drop out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cepal 100mg/ml Drop

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Cepal 100mg/ml Drop may include a reduction in urine, a build-up of acid in the blood, confusion, depression, disorientation, kidney failure, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), nausea, and jaundice. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

  • Avoid giving Cepal 100mg/ml Drop to your child if she/he is allergic to it.
  • Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition, medications, and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions.
  • If your child has liver and kidney disease, inform your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is used for babies below two years of age.
  • Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is intended for use in pediatric patients only. Hence, avoid using it in adults and other populations.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • The child’s immune system is affected by stress raising the risk of being sick. Hence try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • Sleeping for 7-9 hours each night can make your child stay fit and safe.
  • Make your child drink more fluids to avoid dehydration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANALGESIC AND ANTIPYRETIC AGENT
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Caution

If your child has a liver impairment, inform your doctor before using Cepal 100mg/ml Drop. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required.

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Kidney

Caution

If your child has kidney impairment, inform your doctor before using Cepal 100mg/ml Drop. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is safe for babies under two years of age if prescribed by a doctor. Your paediatrician will decide the dose of the medicine. Do not exceed the prescribed dose.

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Heart

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is generally safe for children with heart problems when used at recommended doses. Still, it's best to consult your doctor to ensure it's appropriate for your child’s specific condition and medications.

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Geriatrics

Not applicable

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is specifically for children use and is not meant for geriatric patients.

FAQs

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is used to provide relief from fever and mild-to-moderate pain.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop lowers elevated body temperature and mild pain by inhibiting the synthesis of a chemical messenger (prostaglandin) and promotes heat loss (through sweating).

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop can cause diarrhoea as a side effect in some children. If your child has diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrheal medicine unless your paediatrician recommends it.

Yes, Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is used in treating post-vaccination fever in babies. It also helps reduce injection pain in babies who receive vaccinations.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop 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.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop can be used in babies if prescribed by the doctor. Administer Cepal 100mg/ml Drop 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. 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.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop may not cause constipation. Consult the doctor if your child has constipation. Include fibre-rich food and fluids in your child’s diet.

Yes, Cepal 100mg/ml Drop is effective for fever. It helps reduce high temperatures by affecting chemical messengers in the brain that regulate body temperature.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop starts working within 30 minutes.

Your doctor will determine the dose of Cepal 100mg/ml Drop depending on the child’s condition and age. Please consult the doctor.

The effect of Cepal 100mg/ml Drop 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 Cepal 100mg/ml Drop for the prescribed duration.

Yes, Cepal 100mg/ml Drop can be given to the child for a low-grade fever. However, please consult a doctor.

A persistent fever could be a sign of an infection. Please consult a doctor if the child’s fever persists even after taking Cepal 100mg/ml Drop.

Total doses of Cepal 100mg/ml Drop 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 follow while taking Cepal 100mg/ml Drop, unless advised otherwise by your doctor.

Store Cepal 100mg/ml Drop at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop should be used with caution if the child has malnutrition, any medicinal allergy, G6PD deficiency, or kidney/liver disease.

Though Cepal 100mg/ml Drop 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 Cepal 100mg/ml Drop.

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

Cepal 100mg/ml Drop 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 Cepal 100mg/ml Drop and seek medical help right away.

Some medicines may interact with Cepal 100mg/ml Drop. Therefore, let the doctor know if your child is using any other medicines.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - CEPA582

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