Paracetamol Calculator

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Paracetamol is used for relief of pain. It will not cause drowsiness or cause your child to sleep. It can be used for children and babies over 3 months old. Younger babies must see the doctor.

Paracetamol has various brand names - Pamol, Panadol, Paracare. Parafast- they are all the same. A lot of cold medicines has paracetamol in them, so please be careful when giving medicines to children and always check what you are giving. If you have any doubts do not give and check with your nurse, doctor or pharmacist. 

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Quick dosing guide - when not using the calculator

Your child's weight	120mg per 5mL	250mg per 5mL
5kg or less	Ask doctor	Ask doctor
6.5kg	4mL	2mL
8kg	5mL	2.5mL
10kg	6mL	3mL
15kg	9mL	4.5mL
20kg	12mL	6mL
30kg	18mL	9mL
40kg	25mL	12mL

 

• Give the displayed dose in ml at 4-6 hourly intervals for pain or fever, MAXIMUM 4 DOSES IN 24 HOURS.
• Have you given your child cold remedies? - it may contain paracetamol - please check and if so count that as a dose as well
• Use a syringe for accurate dosing

PARACETAMOL POISONING

Paracetamol poisoning is common and dangerous to life. If you suspect your child has had too much paracetamol, call the New Zealand National Poisons Centre 24/7 on 0800 764 766 or take the child to your doctor or the nearest emergency clinic. More Paracetamol Poisoning Information >>

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