Optimol

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.

Optimol 250mg Syrup 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.

If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Optimol 250mg Syrup, repeat the dose again. If it has been more than 30 minutes after taking Optimol 250mg Syrup and your child vomits, no need to repeat the dose and wait until it is time for the next dose. If you are not sure, consult your doctor.

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.

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.

You should only take four doses of Optimol 250mg Syrup 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.

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.

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

It is advised to use Optimol 250mg Syrup 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.

Optimol 250mg Syrup usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, it is best if you let your child recover from the ongoing illness and finish the course of the medicine As soon as a child is feeling better the vaccine can and should be given.

If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Optimol 250mg Syrup tablets or syrup, retake the same dose again. If you vomit after 30 minutes of a dose, you do not need to take another one until the next standard dose.

Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Optimol 250mg Syrup.

You should only take four doses of Optimol 250mg Syrup in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4 hours between two doses. Do not take Optimol 250mg Syrup for more than 3 days without consulting a doctor first.

No, Optimol 250mg Syrup does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.

Optimol 250mg Syrup is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.

No, Optimol 250mg Syrup is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.

Ibuprofen and Optimol 250mg Syrup are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Optimol 250mg Syrup takes around 30-45 min to start working and show its effects. It is advised to take this medicine for the duration suggested by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any bothersome side effects.

Overdose of Optimol 250mg Syrupe may cause severe life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and even coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and general tiredness. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency in case of a suspected overdose.