Bell’s Paracetamol Elixir,100mils

Bell’s Paracetamol Elixir 100 ml

Forms / Strengths

• Single strength: 120 mg per 5 ml (i.e. 24 mg/ml)
• Packaged in a 100 ml oral liquid bottle

Main Uses (with localized benefits)

• Fever associated with childhood infections (e.g. malaria, viral illnesses)
• Relief of pain from teething, earache, headache, immunization fever
• Symptomatic relief during colds, flu, and other febrile conditions common in Tanzania

Usage Instructions (Itemized with Dosage / Duration)

1. Shake well before use.
2. Use the provided measuring spoon or device to measure accurately.
3. Typical dosage: 5 ml (i.e. 120 mg) every 4–6 hours as needed.
4. For larger children, dosage may be increased to 10 ml (i.e. 240 mg) per dose, not exceeding 4 doses in 24 hours.
5. Do not exceed total 100 ml in one day (i.e. 4 doses of 15 ml each if high dosage), unless advised by a healthcare provider.
6. Duration: Use for short term (not more than 3 days for fever without medical review).

Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting
• Skin rash or hypersensitivity reactions (rare)
• Hepatic (liver) toxicity in overdose or chronic misuse

Interactions

• Avoid concurrent use with other paracetamol-containing medicines (e.g. combination cold & flu syrups)
• Avoid alcohol consumption (though rare in pediatric use)
• Use with caution in children receiving other hepatotoxic drugs

Warnings / Precautions (with localized warnings)

• Do not exceed the recommended dose or frequency.
• Children with liver disease, kidney disease, or chronic malnutrition should only use under medical supervision.
• If fever persists beyond 3 days or worsens, seek medical attention (especially in malaria-endemic zones).
• Store below 25 °C; avoid exposure to excessive heat or direct sunlight common in Tanzania.
• Keep out of reach of children.

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