Fervex Children Sugar-Free is a medication formulated to treat common cold and rhinopharyngitis symptoms in children. This pack contains 8 sachets of granules that dissolve in water to make an oral solution.
Active Ingredients
Each 3g sachet contains three primary active components:
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Paracetamol (280 mg): Relieves pain, sore throats, and reduces fever.
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Pheniramine maleate (10 mg): An antihistamine that stops runny noses, clear nasal discharge, sneezing, and watery eyes.
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Ascorbic acid / Vitamin C (100 mg): Provides systemic support during viral infections.
Because this formula is sugar-free, it uses artificial sweeteners (like aspartame) and is suitable for children who need to avoid sucrose.
Dosage Guidelines
This medication is strictly for children aged 6 to 15 years. Sachets should be fully dissolved in a sufficient quantity of warm or cold water. The typical maximum treatment duration is 3 days.
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Children 6 to 10 years: 1 sachet, 2 times per 24 hours.
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Children 10 to 12 years: 1 sachet, 3 times per 24 hours.
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Children 12 to 15 years: 1 sachet, 4 times per 24 hours.
Note: Always space doses by a minimum of 4 hours.
Important Safety Warnings
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Avoid Double-Dosing: Do not use this alongside any other medications containing paracetamol or antihistamines, as doing so can lead to dangerous accidental overdoses.
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Contraindications: Do not give this to children under 6 years old. It must not be taken by anyone with severe liver disease, specific types of glaucoma, urinary/prostate disorders, or phenylketonuria (due to aspartame).
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Side Effects: The pheniramine component frequently causes drowsiness.
