Celcius Suspension 120 mg

About Celcius Suspension 120 mg

Celcius Suspension 120 mg Uses

• Reduces fever in children and adults
• Relieves mild to moderate pain including headache and body ache
• Eases discomfort after vaccination related fever

Celcius Suspension 120 mg Benefits

• Fast acting relief within 30 to 60 minutes of dosing
• Gentle on the stomach compared to NSAID pain relievers
• Suitable for regular pediatric use when dosed by weight

Dosage Guidance

• Dose is calculated by the child's body weight, usually 10 to 15mg per kg
• Doses are generally spaced 4 to 6 hours apart
• Maximum daily dose should not be exceeded even with continued fever

What Experts Say

Paracetamol works mainly in the brain, where it lowers the production of prostaglandins that trigger pain signals and reset the body's temperature control center. This central action is why it brings fever down without irritating the stomach lining the way NSAIDs sometimes do.

Fever in young children is extremely common across Pakistan, often linked to viral infections, teething or vaccination reactions, which is why an accurate weight based dose matters more than age based guessing. Overdosing, even by a small margin over repeated days, is one of the most frequent causes of childhood liver injury seen at hospitals.

Parents are generally advised to track how many doses are given in 24 hours, since combination cold and flu products often contain paracetamol too. If fever continues beyond three days or crosses 102°F despite proper dosing, further medical evaluation is usually recommended.

Celcius Suspension 120 mg formula

• Paracetamol 120mg/5ml

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Celcius Suspension 120 mg?

• Shake the bottle well before every use
• Measure the dose with the marked oral syringe or spoon provided
• Give after food to reduce the chance of stomach upset
• Space doses at least 4 hours apart
• Do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin: Regular high dose paracetamol use can increase the blood thinning effect of warfarin
• Other Paracetamol Containing Products: Combining with cold, flu or pain products containing paracetamol raises overdose risk
• Chronic Alcohol Use: Increases the risk of liver toxicity when combined with paracetamol

Risks and warnings

• Liver Risk: Doses above the recommended limit can cause serious liver damage, especially with repeated overdosing
• Combination Product Overlap: Many cold and flu syrups already contain paracetamol, so double dosing is a real risk
• Chronic Liver Disease: Use a lower dose and consult a doctor if the child or adult has existing liver problems
• Alcohol Use: Adults who drink alcohol regularly face a higher risk of liver toxicity from paracetamol

Celcius Suspension 120 mg Side Effects

• Nausea or mild stomach upset
• Rare skin rash or allergic reaction
• Rare drop in blood cell counts with long term high dose use
• Liver enzyme changes with overdose or prolonged high dose use

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C away from direct heat and sunlight
• Shake well before each use and reseal the cap tightly
• Keep away from moisture and humid bathroom storage
• Discard any leftover suspension after the label's expiry date