Parents are being told to cut down on the amount of liquid paracetamol – such as Calpol – they give to young children.
A review of the doses in popular over-the-counter medicines, including Disprol and Medised, means that for toddlers the amount has been cut in half.
Previously, official guidance meant children aged from one to six could be given up to 10ml of liquid paracetamol four times a day to reduce fever and pain.
In our video, Paediatrician Mo Akindolie explains when your child's high temperature might just need some Calpol, and when you should see a GP.
How often do you give your kids medicine? Do you withhold for all but the most serious fevers? Or are you happy to give for everyday coughs and colds?
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