When should I give my baby a suppository for fever?

The suppository is for rectal use only. Pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. If you wait until the symptoms have worsened, the medication may not work as well. Do not use more than recommended.

What is paracetamol suppository used for?

A suppository is a small, torpedo-shaped medicine which is inserted into the back passage (rectum). Paracetamol Suppositories are used to treat pain and high temperature (fever) in children from 1 to 5 years of age. They can be used in children who find it difficult to take paracetamol as tablets or syrup.

How many Glycerin suppositories are there in Pedia lax?

Pedia-Lax® Glycerin Suppositories 1 Uniquely formulated for kids ages 2-5 2 Gentle relief in minutes 3 This predictable glycerin-based suppository won’t upset your child’s digestive system 4 Contents include 12 suppositories 5 Drug Facts (PDF) More

What kind of suppository should I give my Baby?

Inform the doctor if your baby is undergoing any medications or treatment, or if he/she is allergic to some medicines or drugs. Glycerin suppositories for infants not only help your baby’s constipation problem but also saves his delicate anal lining from tearing due to hard poop. Paracetamol suppository is found with different names in the market.

How many milligrams of opigesic per day for infants?

Childn & infants <60 kg 10-15 mg/kg/dose every 4-6 hr, max of 75 mg/kg/day for infants & lesser of 100 mg/kg/day or 4,000 mg/day in childn. Hypersensitivity. Severe hepatic insufficiency.

How often can I take a parasert suppository?

Paraserts/Paracetamol Suppositories may be especially useful in patients unable to take oral forms of paracetamol, e.g. post-operatively or with nausea and vomiting. Dosages should be based on the child’s age and weight i.e. These doses may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 times in 24 hours.