Febrinol Suspension 120mg

About Febrinol Suspension 120mg

Febrinol Suspension Uses

• Reduces fever in infants and children
• Relieves mild to moderate pain such as teething pain and headache
• Eases discomfort after vaccination
• Helps manage pain and fever from common cold and flu
• Used for mild pain after minor injuries

Febrinol Suspension Benefits

• Gentle on a child's stomach compared to NSAIDs
• Easy to dose with the measuring cup provided
• Fast acting relief within 30 to 60 minutes
• Suitable for babies above 2 months under medical advice

Pediatricians in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi commonly recommend Febrinol Suspension as a first line option for childhood fever.

Paracetamol works by blocking pain signals in the brain and resetting the body's temperature control center. This lowers fever and eases discomfort without affecting the stomach lining.

Parents should always use the syringe or cup that comes with the bottle. Giving more than the recommended dose can harm the liver, so checking weight based dosing with a doctor matters.

Drug Class

• Analgesic
• Antipyretic

Febrinol Suspension 120mg formula

• Paracetamol

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Febrinol Suspension 120mg?

• Shake the bottle well before each dose
• Use the measuring cup or syringe provided, not a kitchen spoon
• Give the dose based on the child's weight as advised by the doctor
• Space doses at least 4 to 6 hours apart
• Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin: Regular high dose Paracetamol can increase the blood thinning effect and bleeding risk.
• Other paracetamol containing medicines: Combining raises the risk of accidental overdose and liver damage.
• Carbamazepine and phenytoin: These seizure medicines can raise the risk of liver toxicity with paracetamol.
• Isoniazid: This tuberculosis medicine can increase the risk of liver damage when combined with paracetamol.

Risks and warnings

• Liver damage: Overdose or long term high doses of Paracetamol can cause serious liver injury.
• Weight based dosing: Giving an adult strength dose to a child can lead to overdose.
• Existing liver disease: Use with caution in children with liver problems, and check with a doctor first.
• Other paracetamol products: Avoid combining with other fever or cold medicines that also contain Paracetamol.
• Allergic reaction: Stop the suspension and seek care if rash, swelling or breathing trouble occurs.

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Rash
• Loss of appetite
• Sweating
• Liver damage with overdose
• Allergic reaction in rare cases

Storage Conditions

Store Febrinol Suspension below 25 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed and shake well before each use. Keep out of reach of children despite it being a children's medicine.