Fasdol 250Mg/5Ml Susp (Orange)

Fasdol 250mg/5ml Suspension (Orange) is an Over-the-Counter (OTC) liquid medicine containing paracetamol, an active ingredient from the analgesic/antipyretic class of products. Each 5ml dose contains 250mg of paracetamol, presented as an orange-flavoured suspension formulated for children.

As an OTC product, Fasdol Suspension is available at pharmacies and through online pharmacies serving Malaysia and Singapore without needing a doctor’s prescription, although parents and caregivers are encouraged to check with a pharmacist before giving any medicine to a young child, particularly an infant under 1 year. This 250mg/5ml strength is a commonly used children’s paracetamol concentration, and it is worth checking the strength on any other paracetamol-containing product in the home so the same active ingredient is never accidentally given twice.

Fasdol Suspension is supplied in a multi-dose bottle intended for repeated measured dosing with the measuring spoon, cup, or oral syringe enclosed in the pack. The exact bottle volume, batch number, and expiry date are printed on the outer carton and should always be checked at the time of purchase.

• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Measure the dose using the measuring spoon, cup, or oral syringe provided in the pack — do not estimate the dose with an ordinary household spoon.
• Give the measured dose to the child by mouth; it may be given with or without food.
• Rinse the measuring device with clean water after each use and allow it to dry before the next dose.

Fasdol Suspension is generally dosed according to the child’s age and body weight, following the dosing table printed on the pack insert. As a general OTC paracetamol pattern, doses are typically spaced at least 4-6 hours apart, with no more than 4 doses given in any 24-hour period. For an infant under 1 year, use should only be on a doctor’s advice, as the correct dose for this age group depends closely on body weight and should be confirmed by a healthcare professional rather than estimated. Do not exceed the maximum daily dose stated on the pack, and check that no other medicine being given at the same time also contains paracetamol, to avoid an accidental double dose.

Use Fasdol Suspension before the expiry date printed on the bottle and outer carton. Once opened, check the pack insert for how long the remaining suspension may still be used, as this can vary by batch.

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of the reach and sight of children. Keep the bottle tightly closed between uses, and do not use the suspension if it has changed colour or developed an unusual odour.

• Common: Mild nausea.
• Uncommon: Drowsiness.
• Uncommon: Skin rash or itching.
• Rare/Serious: Signs of an allergic reaction such as facial or throat swelling, difficulty breathing, or widespread hives — seek urgent medical attention if these occur.
• Rare/Serious: Signs of liver injury from an overdose or repeated excess dosing, such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes — these require emergency medical care even if the child initially seems well, as paracetamol overdose symptoms can be delayed.

• Known hypersensitivity (allergy) to paracetamol or any other ingredient in this suspension.
• Severe liver (hepatic) impairment or active severe liver disease.
• Already having received a full recommended dose of paracetamol from another source within the same dosing period (to avoid double-dosing and overdose risk).

• Do not give this suspension together with any other medicine that also contains paracetamol (including many combination cough, cold, and fever products), as this can lead to an accidental overdose.
• In a patient taking warfarin or a similar anticoagulant, regular (not occasional) paracetamol use over several days can enhance the anticoagulant effect and may need monitoring — check with a doctor or pharmacist if this applies.
• No significant food interactions are known; this suspension may be given with or without food.

• Always use the measuring spoon, cup, or oral syringe from the pack, not a kitchen spoon, to give an accurate dose.
• Shake the bottle well before every dose.
• Check the label of every other medicine in the house before giving this suspension, to make sure paracetamol is not being given twice.
• Keep a simple written record of the time and dose given, especially if more than one caregiver is involved.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed and stored well out of children’s reach and sight between doses.
• Seek medical advice if fever or pain persists beyond a few days despite regular dosing, rather than continuing to increase the dose.

Precautions: Use in an infant under 1 year should only be on a doctor’s advice. Caution is advised in a child with existing liver problems, malnutrition, or dehydration, as these can affect how paracetamol is processed by the body. Always check other medicines the child is taking to avoid accidentally giving paracetamol from more than one source at the same time, as this is one of the most common causes of accidental paracetamol overdose in children.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Seek medical advice if fever lasts more than 3 days, or pain lasts more than a few days, despite regular dosing, or if the child’s condition worsens. Seek emergency care immediately if you suspect an overdose or an excess dose has been given, even without symptoms, and if any sign of an allergic reaction or possible liver injury (such as yellowing of the skin or eyes) appears.