• Children

Also available in soluble 
tablets:

  • Panadol Elixir 5-12 Years

    Panadol Elixir 5-12 Years

    Elixir

    Elixir

    • Cold & flu
    • Back & lower back pain
    • Earache
    • Fever
    • Joint pain
    • Leg pain
    • Migraine
    • Muscle pain
    • Neck pain
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Headache
    • Period pain
    • Sinus pain
    • Sore throat
    • Toothache & gum pain
    • Back & lower back pain
  • Panadol Suppositories

    Panadol Suppositories

    Suppositories

    Suppositories

    • Cold & flu
    • Back & lower back pain
    • Earache
    • Fever
    • Joint pain
    • Leg pain
    • Migraine
    • Muscle pain
    • Neck pain
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Headache
    • Period pain
    • Sinus pain
    • Sore throat
    • Toothache & gum pain
    • Back & lower back pain
  • Panadol Chewable Tablets

    Panadol Chewable Tablets 3+ Years

    Tablets

    Tablets

    • Cold & flu
    • Back & lower back pain
    • Earache
    • Fever
    • Joint pain
    • Leg pain
    • Migraine
    • Muscle pain
    • Neck pain
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Headache
    • Period pain
    • Sinus pain
    • Sore throat
    • Toothache & gum pain
    • Back & lower back pain

Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years

24 mg/mL Paracetamol

Give your child quick relief from nasty pain or fever with Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years, available in two child-friendly flavours that kids will love. 

 

Whether your little one is suffering from a headache, teething pain or a high temperature, nothing works faster than paracetamol (the active ingredient in Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years) to relieve pain and reduce fever*, getting to work in just 15 minutes.

Paracetamol reduces fever in toddlers and young children for up to six hours, and also helps to relieve pain caused by:

• Teething
• Immunisation
• Earache
• Headache
• Cold and flu symptoms

Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years is one of the three forms of Children’s Panadol in the 1-5 years range. It comes as an easy-to-administer suspension that’s gentle on little stomachs. Simply mix it with juice or water before giving to your child to create a liquid pain reliever that’s perfect for kids who don’t like to chew or swallow tablets.

Plus, Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years comes in two tasty flavours that kids will love: orange and strawberry.

Learn more about Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years, what’s in it and how to administer it safely, below.
 

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Effective for:
Teething, immunisation, earache, headache, cold and flu symptoms.

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Dosage information:
The right dosage of Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years to give your child will depend on their age and/or weight. 

The right dosage of Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years to give your child will depend on their age and/or weight. Use our simple chart below to match your child's weight (or their age if you don’t know their weight) to the correct dosage for that group.

If your child weighs less than 10kg (or is under 1 year of age) or more than 20kg, please consult your doctor about adjusting the dosage amount to suit them.

The recommended dosage for Children's Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years is 15mg of paracetamol for every kilogram of your child’s body weight, so it’s important to follow the dosage instructions on the bottle.

Do not give your child more than 4 doses in one day or within any 24-hour period unless directed to do so by a healthcare professional. 
 

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Age Weight Dosage Frequency
1 – 2 Years 10 – 12 kg 6 – 8 mL Every 4-6 hours as required (maximum
4 doses in 24 hours).
2 – 3 Years 12 – 14 kg 8 – 9 mL Every 4-6 hours as required (maximum
4 doses in 24 hours).
3 – 4 Years 14 – 16 kg
9 – 10 mL
 Every 4-6 hours as required (maximum
4 doses in 24 hours).
 
4 – 5 Years 16 – 18 kg 10 – 11 mL
 		 Every 4-6 hours as required (maximum
4 doses in 24 hours).

Usage directions, ingredients and warnings

Before using Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years, be sure to check the product ingredients and directions for use, and make sure you are familiar with any warnings and precautions.

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How to use Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years

Panadol Colourfree Suspension is easy to use. Simply follow these quick steps:
1. Shake the bottle before use.
2. Use the provided dosing device to measure the required amount for your child (as per the dosage table above).
3. If desired, mix with juice or water first before giving to your child. 

Ingredients

Active ingredient: paracetamol. Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years contains 24mg paracetamol per mL.

Panadol products for children do not contain sugar.
 

Warnings and precautions for use

  • Always read the product label before use and do not exceed the recommended dose.
  • Panadol rarely has side effects when taken at the recommended dose, however if your child does experience any side effects as a result of taking Panadol Colourfree Suspension, stop use immediately and consult a healthcare professional.
  • Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years contains paracetamol. It should not be used alongside any other products that contain paracetamol, as combining paracetamol-based medicines may lead to an overdose. Always read the product label on any other medication you plan to give your child in combination with Panadol before use, and consult with a doctor or pharmacist to check that it is safe to do so.
  • Note that Panadol Colourfree Suspension 1-5 Years contains hydrozybenzoates, sucralose, sorbitol (11.96 mg/104 mL) and maltitol (38.58 mg/104 mL) which may have a laxative effect or cause diarrhoea.
  • Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Learn more about children’s pain relief

If it’s your little one who is struggling with aches or pain, explore the full range of Children’s Panadol pain relief products today to help them get some relief.

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