Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry is a widely prescribed medicine that helps to ease pain and bring down high body temperature (fever). In children, it treats conditions like headache, toothache, body ache, fever, and common cold.

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry is given orally preferably at a fixed time every day. Though this medicine can be taken before or after food, it is best given after food as it can irritate the inner lining of an empty stomach. The dose and duration will depend upon your child’s age, body weight, and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the medicine, let the child calm down and repeat the same dose. Redosing is not recommended if your child gets sick more than 30 minutes after taking a dose.

Do not give your child Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry along with other medicines (many cold and flu medicines and other painkillers) that contain paracetamol, as this may result in overdosing and cause dangerous side effects such as hepatotoxicity (liver damage). Always check the ingredients of any other medicines before giving them to your child in combination with this medicine.

Generally, this medicine is well-tolerated by the children. However, temporary side effects such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting may occur in some children. Consult your doctor in case these episodes become bothersome for your child.

This medicine is often considered safe and effective but may not be suitable for everybody. Inform your doctor if your child is undergoing treatment for any blood-related disorder, is allergic to any medicinal compound, or has any birth defects, liver impairment, or kidney dysfunction. This will help your child’s doctor evaluate the dose and suitability of this medicine in a better way.

Uses of Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry in Children

Benefits of Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry for your child

In Pain relief

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. This medicine is commonly prescribed for children and very rarely causes side effects, if taken at the right dosage. Do not give it to your child for more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous.

In Fever

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever) in children. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine.

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Side effects of Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry in Children

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Galpara

Indigestion
Nausea
Vomiting

How can I give Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry is to be taken with food.

How Galpara Oral Suspension works

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry possesses analgesic (pain-reliever) and antipyretic (lowers body temperature) properties. It provides relief by blocking certain chemical messengers and pathways in the brain that send signals about pain and fever.

Safety Advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for children with kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if I forget to give Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick Tips

Give Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry to your child with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
Your child should not take more than four doses of this medicine in 24 hours, so wait up to 6 hours between doses.
Never give any other medicine formulation containing paracetamol along with this medicine as that may lead to serious side effects.
Inform the doctor if your child has liver disease as the dose may need to be adjusted.
If Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry does not seem to be helping your child, contact your doctor for advice. Do not give extra doses.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

P-Aminophenol Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Galpara with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Nimesulide

Brand(s): Nimsun, Neil, Sanim

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Oxyphenbutazone

Brand(s): Oxy Triactin, Sioril

LIFE-THREATENING

Metamizole

Brand(s): Pyregin, Alpagin, Novalgin RC

LIFE-THREATENING

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Patient Concerns

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

Diagnosed with viral fever along with rashes on the body. Pain in eyes since three days. Pain when open and when blinking.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Orbital pain is common with viral fever. Go to physician for fever. It will be relieved with relief in fever

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FAQs

Q. How much Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry should I give to my child?

Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding how much of the medicine to give and how often to give it. This depends on the strength of the medicine and the age of your child. You may also check the label or the leaflet inside the packaging for directions before use. The commonly recommended dose is 10-15 mg/kg per dose every 4 to 6 hours. In case you are not sure how much to give, consult your child’s doctor.

Q. When will my child’s condition improve after taking Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry?

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry usually starts working within 30 to 60 mins of intake and shows its peak effect within 3 to 4 hours. Your child may start to feel better after a few doses. In case the pain or fever persists longer, consult your child’s doctor immediately.

Q. Can I give Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry to my child for low-grade fever?

You can give this medicine if your child has a temperature of 38.3°C (101°F) or higher. But, you must always try to speak to your child’s doctor first.

Q. My child’s fever is persistent even after taking Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry. What should I do?

If the fever doesn't come down after the initial few doses, the cause might be an infection (virus or bacteria). It is advised to consult your child’s doctor for specific treatment.

Q. How much of Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry is considered as an overdose?

You should only take four doses of Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4-6 hours between two doses. Do not take it for more than 3 days without first talking to your doctor. Based on the dose, more than 250 mg/kg can lead to toxicity and can be potentially fatal. An overdose is capable of causing serious damage to the liver and kidneys. Inform your doctor immediately if you think you have given too much of this medicine to your child, even if your child seems well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage.

Q. Is there any special diet my child needs to follow while taking this medicine?

Unless instructed by your doctor, your child should take a normal balanced diet while continuing this medicine as lack of nutrition can put your child at risk of developing medicinal toxicity.

Q. Where should I store this medicine?

Keep this medicine at room temperature in a dry place beyond the reach of the children.

Q. In what conditions Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry must be given with caution?

It is advised to use Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry with caution if the child has malnutrition, G6PD deficiency, liver disease, or any medicinal allergy. So, do not hesitate to share your child’s complete medical history with the doctor as that will help the doctor decide whether the medicine is safe for your child or not.

Q. Can I give Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry on a routine basis when my child is taking a vaccine?

It is always suggested not to give Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry with vaccines that lead to fever. Rendering to the studies, doing so can reduce the efficacy of the vaccine.

Q. Can Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry make babies/ toddlers sleep when used for teething pain?

Galpara-Forte Oral Suspension Strawberry may help to relieve teething pain in infants and children but it does not make them sleep. The child may go to sleep once the pain is relieved.

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Country of Origin: India

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