Empaped suppositories are used for the relief of mild to moderate pain and fever, particularly in situations when oral therapy is not feasible, such as in cases of vomiting or difficulty swallowing[1][4][7]. They contain paracetamol (acetaminophen) as the active ingredient, which works as an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer)[1].
Specific uses include:
- Reducing fever in children and infants[1][2][5].
- Treating mild to moderate pain, such as headaches, toothaches, earaches, muscle aches, sore throat pain, and pain associated with cold and flu[1][3][4].
- Providing pain and fever control when the child cannot take medication by mouth due to vomiting, refusal, or swallowing difficulties[1][7].
Always follow the doctor’s or pharmacist’s dosing instructions, usually based on the child’s age and body weight. Typical dosing for children includes:
- Infants (3 months to 1 year): One 125 mg suppository up to 4 times daily.
- Children (1 to 5 years): One 250 mg suppository up to 4 times daily.
Suppositories should not be used continuously without medical advice—generally not for more than 5 days for pain or more than 3 days for fever[1][2][3]. Always consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist or worsen.
References
- [1] Empaped® 125 mg Suppositories – Professional Information
- [2] Empaped 125 mg and 250 mg Suppositories – Patient Information Leaflet
- [3] Children’s Fever Reducing Suppository, Rectal – WebMD
- [4] The Must-Know List of Common South African Pediatric Medicine Dosages – Mums & Bums
- [5] Paracetamol 250mg Suppositories – Patient Information Leaflet
- [7] EMPAPED SUPPOSITORIES 125MG – Broadway Pharmacy
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