Carol Kids Cold Syrup

Adult dosage

Aged 15 years and older: 1 dose 20mL, taken three times a day after meals, with a recommended interval of 4 hours between doses.

Children's dosage

Aged 11 years and older - under 15 years: 1 dose 13.3mL, aged 7 years and older - under 11 years: 1 dose 10mL, aged 3 years and older - under 7 years: 1 dose 6.7mL, aged 2 years and older - under 3

This medication may burden the liver, so those who regularly drink more than three glasses of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. One of the ingredients, acetaminophen, can rarely cause serious skin allergic reactions. Stop using immediately and consult a professional if symptoms such as rash or itching occur. The maximum daily dosage of acetaminophen should not exceed 4,000 mg, and care should be taken to avoid exceeding this dosage when taken with other medications. It is safest not to take this medicine if there has been an allergic reaction to it or if the person is sensitive to asthma or specific medications, is under 3 months old, or is taking certain antidepressants or psychiatric medications. During treatment, it is important not to take cough or phlegm medications, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, antihistamines, or any combination including these drugs. Especially for children, pregnant women, nursing mothers, or those with chronic conditions or allergies, it is important to consult a medical professional before use. If symptoms such as skin rash, itching, vomiting, urinary problems, dizziness, or insomnia occur after taking this medicine, stop immediately and consult a doctor. Additionally, if severe allergic reactions, skin conditions, asthma symptoms, liver function abnormalities, or pneumonia symptoms occur, stop taking the medication immediately and consult medical personnel. This medication should not be used for children under 2 years of age without medical supervision. Follow the prescribed dosage and administration strictly, and avoid long-term continuous use. Avoid alcohol, and since drowsiness may occur, refrain from driving or operating machinery. There may be drug interactions if taken with certain medications, so consult a professional if taking other drugs. Finally, store this medication out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, and in a cool, dry place. For quality maintenance, do not transfer to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, cold sweat, pallor, difficulty breathing, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, asthma, mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis, liver dysfunction (extreme lethargy, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)), interstitial pneumonia (cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fever)

Mild side effects

Rash, redness, itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, swelling, urinary difficulties, thirst, dizziness, anxiety, shaking, insomnia, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication together with other products containing acetaminophen, MAO inhibitors (antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, anti-Parkinson drugs, etc.), cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Do not take it within 2 weeks after stopping MAO inhibitors. Be cautious when using with diabetes medications, gout medications, arthritis medications, anticoagulants, steroids, barbiturates, or tricyclic antidepressants.

Food interactions

This medication should be used with caution when taken with alcohol.

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

A colorless to light brown aromatic sweet syrup contained in aluminum foil pouches.

Package unit

10 pouches/box [(5 milliliters/pouch x 10)]