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Colok Kids Pen Syrup (Acetaminophen)

OTC medicationSyrup경구
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›3.2g / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
(주)녹십자
Appearance
Suspension syrup with a cherry flavor, white to light yellow in color, contained in aluminum foil pouches.
Packaging
5mL/pack x 10
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202400752 · Notified 2024.04.03

Summary

Main use
Relief of cold (fever, pain) and pain (headache, muscle pain)
Who takes it
Children
Child dose
Children under 12 years old can take the recommended dose every 4-6 hours as needed. This medication should be taken for the minimum effective duration at the lowest effective dose, not exceeding 5 times a day (75 mg/kg).

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)녹십자

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cold (fever, pain) and pain (headache, muscle pain)

  • Fever
  • pain
  • headache
  • neuralgia
  • muscle pain
  • menstrual pain
  • sprain pain
  • toothache
  • joint pain
  • rheumatic pain
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This medication is used to relieve fever and pain caused by a cold, as well as various types of pain such as headache, neuralgia, muscle pain, menstrual pain, and sprain pain. It is also effective for toothache, joint pain, and rheumatic pain. Therefore, it helps improve various types of pain and fever symptoms.

How to take

Child dose

Children under 12 years old can take the recommended dose every 4-6 hours as needed. This medication should be taken for the minimum effective duration at the lowest effective dose, not exceeding 5 times a day (75 mg/kg).

Precautions

This medication can put a strain on the liver, so people who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol per day should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Serious skin reactions such as rashes or pustules may occur during treatment with this medication; if such symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. This medication contains acetaminophen, and exceeding the maximum daily dose can result in liver damage; therefore, do not take it with other acetaminophen-containing medications. Individuals allergic to this medication or those with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, or impaired cardiac function should not take this medication. Those taking aspirin, certain antidepressants, or barbiturates should avoid this medication, and it is also best to avoid taking it after consuming alcohol. Individuals with liver or kidney issues, peptic ulcers, blood disorders, bleeding tendencies, cardiac dysfunction, hypersensitivity, bronchial asthma, pregnant or nursing women, and children under 2 years old must consult a healthcare professional before using this medication. If symptoms such as facial swelling, difficulty breathing, severe rashes, vomiting, or gastrointestinal bleeding occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Long-term use of this medication requires regular blood tests and liver function tests, and if symptoms persist or worsen, be sure to consult a healthcare professional. Children and the elderly should take the minimum effective dose and carefully monitor their condition following administration, and avoid taking it with other anti-inflammatory medications. In cases of overdose, seek treatment immediately, even if there are no symptoms, as liver protective medication may be necessary. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent misuse or quality deterioration.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • difficulty breathing
  • asthma attacks
  • anaphylaxis
  • hypersensitivity
  • skin rash
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • shock
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  • thrombocytopenia
  • agranulocytosis
  • hemolytic anemia
  • methemoglobinemia
  • impaired platelet function
  • cyanosis
  • facial swelling
  • hypotension
  • rash
  • mucocutaneous syndrome
  • high anion gap metabolic acidosis
  • chronic hepatic necrosis
  • acute pancreatitis
  • chronic hepatitis
  • nephrotoxicity
  • hepatic necrosis.

Mild side effects

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • pruritic (itchy) rash
  • rash
  • fixed drug eruption
  • elevation of AST
  • elevation of ALT

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication in combination with barbiturate medications, tricyclic antidepressants, or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Patients taking warfarin, lithium, or thiazide diuretics should consult their doctor or pharmacist.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Suspension syrup with a cherry flavor, white to light yellow in color, contained in aluminum foil pouches.

Package unit

5mL/pack x 10

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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