Featured Brand - Calpol
FEATURED BRAND
CALPOL SIXPLUS FASTMELTS®
CALPOL SIXPLUS FASTMELTS® are the only dissolve-in-the-mouth (orodispersible) tablets for on-the-go pain relief, for children aged 6 and over.
They are specifically formulated to melt in the mouth with no need for water, releasing a strawberry-flavoured paste that’s easily swallowed. They provide practical pain and fever relief without the risk of mess and spills.
Great for use out and about during the summer holidays or upon return to school when illness may be prolific, each tablet contains 250mg of paracetamol which is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever (antipyretic).
CALPOL SIXPLUS FASTMELTS® can be used for many conditions, including:1
Headache
Toothache
Earache
Sore throat
Colds and influenza
Aches and pains
Post-immunisation fever
They get to work on fever in just 15 minutes.2
In a survey, 9 out of 10 parents recommended CALPOL SIXPLUS FASTMELTS® to friends and family for pain and fever relief*
Advise customers that the FastMelts should be placed in the mouth to melt on the tongue:1
| Age | Dose | Numbers of doses in a 24 hour period |
|---|---|---|
| Children under 6 years | Not recommended | N/A |
| 6 - 9 years | 1 tablet | 4 times |
| 9 - 12 years | 2 tablets | 4 times |
| 12 - 16 years | 2 to 3 tablets | 4 times |
| Adults and children over 16 years | 2 to 4 tablets | 4 times |
The dose should be repeated every 4 to 6 hours if necessary, up to 4 doses in 24 hours.1
CALPOL SIXPLUS FASTMELTS® are available in two pack sizes: 12s (GSL) and 24s (P). The Pharmacy-only bigger packs offer better value.**
Featured brand summary
CALPOL SIXPLUS FASTMELTS® dissolve quickly on the tongue without the need for water
Each tablet contains 250mg of paracetamol for on-the-go pain and fever relief
They are easy to swallow and are specially formulated for children aged 6 years and older.
*Kenvue Survey 2023, 52 of 56 parents with children aged 6 months to 12 years who have used Calpol Fastmelts recommend Calpol Fastmelts to friends and family for pain and fever relief
**Based on RRP price per tablet