Medimol Suspension 120mg

About Medimol Suspension 120mg

Medimol Suspension Uses

• Fever in infants and young children
• Teething pain and discomfort
• Pain and fever after vaccination
• Body aches linked to colds and flu
• Sore throat pain in children

Medimol Suspension Benefits

• Works within 30 to 60 minutes to bring down fever
• Gentle on a young child's stomach when given with a small feed
• Sweet flavored liquid that most children accept easily
• Carries less stomach irritation risk than ibuprofen for young children

What Experts Say

Pediatricians in Pakistan consider paracetamol the first choice medicine for fever and pain in young children. Medimol Suspension 120mg delivers this medicine in a liquid form that is easy to measure and gentle on a child's stomach. Fever is a common reason parents visit pediatric clinics, often linked to viral infections, teething, or vaccination reactions.

Weight based dosing matters more than age based dosing when treating children with paracetamol. A child who receives more than one paracetamol containing product at the same time faces a risk of accidental overdose, since many cold and flu syrups already contain this ingredient. Parents should check the label of every medicine a child takes before adding this suspension.

Most fevers in children respond to Medimol Suspension within an hour and settle within two to three days. A fever lasting beyond three days, crossing 104 degrees Fahrenheit, or paired with rash, breathing trouble, or repeated vomiting needs urgent medical evaluation. Early consultation with a pediatrician helps rule out serious infections.

Drug Class

• Analgesic and Antipyretic (Para-aminophenol derivative)

Medimol Suspension 120mg formula

• Paracetamol

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Medimol Suspension 120mg?

• Give 5 ml (120 mg) for children weighing 7 to 10 kg, up to four times a day
• Give 7.5 ml for children weighing 11 to 16 kg, up to four times a day
• Leave at least 4 to 6 hours between two doses
• Shake the bottle well before every dose
• Use the measuring cup or oral syringe provided instead of a kitchen spoon

Drug Interactions

• Other Paracetamol Products: Combining with additional paracetamol containing syrups or tablets raises the risk of liver toxicity.
• Warfarin: Regular use of paracetamol can mildly increase the blood thinning effect of warfarin.
• Anti Seizure Medicines: Drugs like phenytoin and carbamazepine can raise the risk of liver stress when combined with paracetamol.
• Alcohol Based Liquid Medicines: Some liquid medicines contain alcohol, which can add extra strain on the liver alongside paracetamol.

Risks and warnings

• Liver Risk: Doses above the recommended limit can damage a child's liver, especially with repeated overdosing.
• Hidden Overlap: Many cold, flu, and fever syrups already contain paracetamol, so combining products raises overdose risk.
• Liver Disease: Children with an existing liver condition need a doctor's guidance before use.
• Allergy: Stop the suspension and seek medical care if rash, swelling, or breathing trouble appears.
• Empty Stomach Use: Give the suspension with a small feed to lower the chance of stomach upset.

Medimol Suspension Side Effects

• Nausea or mild stomach discomfort
• Loss of appetite
• Skin rash or itching
• Unusual tiredness
• Dark urine in cases of overdose
• Yellowing of skin or eyes in severe overdose
• Allergic swelling of the face or throat in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Discard the suspension once opened for more than a few months or past the printed expiry date