Calpol Dosage/Direction for Use

Dose may be based on weight or age; use weight if it is known, otherwise use age: See the following tables.
Calpol drops: (See Table 1.)

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Calpol 2-6: (See Table 2.)

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Calpol 6+: (See Table 3.)

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To be taken orally every 4-6 hours.
Minimum dosing interval: 4 hours.
Do not take more than 4 doses in any 24 hour period.
Do not take for more than 3 days without asking the doctor.
Do not exceed stated dose.
Maximum Daily Dosage: 60 mg/kg presented in divided doses of 10-15 mg/kg throughout the 24 hour period.
For children under 3 months: If fever persists for more than 24 hours (4 doses) seek medical advice. This is to ensure that fever that may be due to a serious infection is quickly diagnosed.
For post-vaccination fever in children 1-3 months: A single dose of 10-15 mg/kg for symptomatic relief of fever following vaccination. If a second dose is required, leave at least 4 hours between doses. Medical advice should be sought if fever persists after a second dose.
Use the smallest dose that patient needs to treat the symptoms and use the medicine for the shortest period of time necessary.
Missed dose: If fever/pain persists, give the missed dose and ensure 4 hours interval before giving the next dose.