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Pharmacy Guide
Patient leaflets and SmPCs, drug interaction checker, official dosages and NHS pharmacy opening hours — all in one place.
Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Paracetamol may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
Possible side effects
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Most people will not have problems, but some may get some. If your child gets any of these serious side effects, stop giving the medicine. See a doctor at once: Difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or throat (severe allergic reactions) Very rare cases of serious skin reactions have been reported. This may include peeling, blistering and lesions of the skin. If your child gets any of the following side effects, see your pharmacist or doctor: Other allergic reactions (e.g. skin rash) Unusual bruising, or infections such as sore throats. This may be a sign of very rare changes in the blood
Reporting of side effects If you or your child get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to store it
this medicine Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original package, in order to protect from light. Do not refrigerate. Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the end flap of the carton or printed on the sachet. After this date return any unused product to your nearest pharmacy for safe disposal.
What is in this medicine Each 5 ml of oral suspension contains Paracetamol 120 mg, which is the active ingredient. As well as the active ingredient, the suspension also contains hydrogenated glucose syrup (contains maltitol (E965) and sorbitol (E420)), glycerol (E422), microcrystalline cellulose, carmellose sodium, xanthan gum, sodium methylparaben (E219), acesulfame potassium, citric acid anhydrous, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium propylparaben (E217), strawberry flavour, colour (containing carmine (E120)). The pack contains 10 sachets of a pink strawberry-flavoured syrupy suspension.
Who makes this medicine Manufactured by Galpharm International Ltd, Elmhirst Park, Middle Field Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 4LS, UK. Marketing Authorisation held by Galpharm Healthcare Ltd, Wrafton, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2DL, UK. Text revised: August 2019 If you would like any further information about this medicine, please contact The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA
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0800 198 5000 (UK only) Please be ready to give the following information: Product name: Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension Reference number: 16028/0118 This is a service provided by the Royal National Institute of Blind People. Artwork Reference BTC198356D
Frequently asked questions about Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension
How do I take Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension?
Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension comes as oral solution containing 120mg / 5ml. Always follow the dose your doctor or pharmacist has given you, and read the leaflet that comes with the medicine.
What is the active substance in Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension?
The active substance in Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension is paracetamol.
Are there equivalent medicines to Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension?
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Boots Paracetamol 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension (GSL), Boots Paracetamol 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension (P), CALPOL Infant Original 120mg/5ml Oral Suspension (P). In total there are 8 equivalent products. They are interchangeable only if your prescriber or pharmacist says so.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension, as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Boots Paracetamol Sachets 3 Months Plus 120 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: paracetamol
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
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Answers come from the patient leaflet published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). They are not medical advice. Ask a pharmacist or your GP if you are unsure. For urgent help call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.