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Paracetamol (250mg)
Dalmol 250mg Syrup is a widely prescribed medicine that helps to ease pain and bring down high body temperature (fever).
Syrup
Dalmol 250mg Syrup is a widely prescribed medicine that helps to ease pain and bring down high body temperature (fever). In children, it treats conditions like headache, toothache, body ache, fever, and common cold.
Give Dalmol 250mg Syrup to your child with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach. Your child should not take more than four doses of this medicine in 24 hours, so wait up to 6 hours between doses. Never give any other medicine formulation containing paracetamol along with this medicine as that may lead to serious side effects. Inform the doctor if your child has liver disease as the dose may need to be adjusted. If Dalmol 250mg Syrup does not seem to be helping your child, contact your doctor for advice. Do not give extra doses.
Dalmol 250mg Syrup possesses analgesic (pain-reliever) and antipyretic (lowers body temperature) properties. It provides relief by blocking certain chemical messengers and pathways in the brain that send signals about pain and fever.
Give Dalmol 250mg Syrup to your child with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach. Wait up to 6 hours between doses. Do not give any other medicine formulation containing paracetamol along with this medicine. Inform the doctor if your child has liver disease. Do not give extra doses if Dalmol 250mg Syrup does not seem to be helping your child.
Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding how much medicine to give and how often to give it. This depends on the strength of the medicine and the age of your child. You may also check the label or the leaflet inside the packaging for directions before use. The commonly recommended dose is 10-15 mg/kg per dose every 4 to 6 hours.
Dalmol 250mg Syrup usually starts working within 30 to 60 minutes of intake and shows its peak effect within 3 to 4 hours. Your child may start to feel better after a few doses. If the pain or fever persists longer, consult your child’s doctor immediately.
If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Dalmol 250mg Syrup, repeat the dose. If it has been more than 30 minutes after taking Dalmol 250mg Syrup and your child vomits, no need to repeat the dose and wait until it is time for the next dose. If you are not sure, consult your doctor.
You can give this medicine if your child has a temperature of 38.3°C (101°F) or higher. However, it is important to always consult your child's doctor before giving any medication.
If the fever doesn't come down after the initial few doses, the cause might be an infection (virus or bacteria). It is advised to consult your child's doctor for specific treatment.
You should only take four doses of Dalmol 250mg Syrup in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4-6 hours between two doses. Do not take it for more than 3 days without first talking to your doctor. Based on the dose, more than 250 mg/kg can lead to toxicity and can be potentially fatal. An overdose is capable of causing serious damage to the liver and kidneys. Inform your doctor immediately if you think you have given too much of this medicine to your child, even if your child seems well because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage.
Unless instructed by your doctor, your child should take a normal balanced diet while continuing this medicine as lack of nutrition can put your child at risk of developing medicinal toxicity.
Keep this medicine at room temperature in a dry place beyond the reach of children.
It is advised to use Dalmol 250mg Syrup with caution if the child has malnutrition, G6PD deficiency, liver disease, or any medicinal allergy. So, do not hesitate to share your child’s complete medical history with the doctor as that will help the doctor decide whether the medicine is safe for your child or not.
Dalmol 250mg Syrup usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, it is best if you let your child recover from the ongoing illness and finish the course of the medicine. As soon as a child is feeling better the vaccine can and should be given.