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Is Overdose Of Calpol Dangerous For An Infant?

My son is 6 months and 3 weeks old. I accidentally gave him 10mls of calpol instead of the 5mls that it says is recommended on the box for his age, as I have lost the measuring syringe and used a teaspoon. So I gave him two teaspoons thinking that they amount to 5mls but have since found out that two teaspoons I'd 10mls! He is a very good weight, over a stone in weight. Should I be worried as I am panicking now! Thanks.
Wed, 5 Nov 2014
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Hello,

Thank you for asking at HCM.

I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for your son as follows:

1. Although an overdose, I would think an approximate double dose of paracetamol (Calpol) would not cause any serious consequences. Of course, grave consequences can occur after a very large dose of paracetamol.

2. Please observe your son for any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, lethargy, uneasiness, etc. Should any of above symptom appear, please consult a doctor and get him examined by him/her.

3. In pediatrics, doses of drugs are based on weight of the child, not on age of the child. So in future, please do not give any drug without consulting a doctor. Dosing of a drug based on labels on the medicine can be harmful.

Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you.

Wish your son a safe outcome and a good health ahead.

Thank you & Regards.
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Is Overdose Of Calpol Dangerous For An Infant?

Hello, Thank you for asking at HCM. I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for your son as follows: 1. Although an overdose, I would think an approximate double dose of paracetamol (Calpol) would not cause any serious consequences. Of course, grave consequences can occur after a very large dose of paracetamol. 2. Please observe your son for any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, lethargy, uneasiness, etc. Should any of above symptom appear, please consult a doctor and get him examined by him/her. 3. In pediatrics, doses of drugs are based on weight of the child, not on age of the child. So in future, please do not give any drug without consulting a doctor. Dosing of a drug based on labels on the medicine can be harmful. Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you. Wish your son a safe outcome and a good health ahead. Thank you & Regards.