Description
Calpol SixPlus Fastmelts Strawberry Flavour 6+ Years to 12 Melt in the Mouth Tablets
Calpol SixPlus Fastmelts actively works to relieve pain and fever in children aged 6 years and over. This product relieves cold and flu symptoms, as well as headaches, toothaches, earaches, post-immunisation fever, sore throat and other aches and pains.
Calpol SixPlus Fastmelts Tablets contain paracetamol 250mg, designed for children aged 6 years and above. These fast-dissolving tablets melt in the mouth without water, providing effective relief from fever, headaches, sore throat, and cold & flu symptoms. Ideal for children who struggle with liquid medicines, Calpol Fastmelts offer convenient, accurate dosing and rapid symptom relief.
How Calpol SixPlus Fastmelts Tablets Work
Paracetamol works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis in the central nervous system, reducing the perception of pain and lowering body temperature by acting on the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre. This results in effective relief from fever and discomfort.
Key Benefits
Rapid fever reduction in children
Effective relief from headache, sore throat, toothache
Convenient melt-in-mouth format (no water required)
Accurate dosing vs liquid alternatives
Ideal for on-the-go use (school, travel)
Suitable for children who refuse syrups
How to Take
For oral use (place tablet on tongue to dissolve):
Children 6–9 years: 1 tablet every 4–6 hours (max 4 doses in 24 hours)
Children 10–12 years: 2 tablets every 4–6 hours (max 4 doses in 24 hours)
Do not exceed stated dose. Leave at least 4 hours between doses.
Side Effects
Calpol is generally well tolerated. Rare side effects may include:
Allergic reactions (rash, swelling)
Skin reactions (very rare but serious)
Liver toxicity in overdose
Seek immediate medical attention if overdose is suspected.
Cautions & Warnings
Do not use with other paracetamol-containing medicines
Not suitable for children under 6 years
Use with caution in liver impairment
Consult a pharmacist if symptoms persist beyond 3 days.
Why buy from Dock pharmacy?
At Dock Pharmacy, we are a GPhC-registered UK pharmacy providing:
Authentic UK medicines
Professional pharmacist oversight
Secure online ordering
Fast UK dispatch
Trusted patient care & clinical governance
FAQ
What are Calpol SixPlus Fastmelts Tablets used for?
Calpol SixPlus Fastmelts Tablets are used to relieve pain and fever in children aged 6+, including headaches, sore throat, toothache, and cold symptoms.
How do Calpol Fastmelts work?
They contain paracetamol, which reduces pain signals in the brain and lowers body temperature, helping relieve fever and discomfort.
How many Calpol SixPlus tablets can a child take?
Children aged 6–9 years can take 1 tablet every 4–6 hours, while those aged 10–12 years can take 2 tablets, up to 4 times daily.
Are Calpol Fastmelts better than liquid Calpol?
Fastmelts are ideal for children who struggle with syrups. They offer precise dosing, convenience, and no need for water, but both forms are equally effective.
What are the side effects of Calpol SixPlus tablets?
Side effects are rare but may include allergic reactions or skin rashes. Overdose can cause serious liver damage.
Can I buy Calpol SixPlus Fastmelts online in the UK?
Yes, you can buy Calpol SixPlus Fastmelts Tablets online from Dock Pharmacy, with pharmacist review included for safety.
As children get older their needs can change in all sorts of ways. That’s why we have created CALPOL® SIXPLUS™ Fastmelts. The only dissolve-in-the-mouth tablet to provide on-the-go pain relief for kids 6 years and over. They provide effective, soothing relief from pain and fever and starts to work on fever in just 15 minutes, whilst being gentle on tummies.
CALPOL® SIXPLUS™ Fastmelts are strawberry flavoured tablets that melt on the tongue with no need for water, great for on-the-go pain relief or fever in many conditions including:
Cold and flu
Earache
Headache
Sore throat
Toothache
Other aches and pains
Post-immunisation fever
High Temperature in Children
A high temperature is very common in young children. The temperature usually returns to normal within 3 or 4 days.
A normal temperature in babies and children is about 36.4C, but this can vary slightly from child to child.
A high temperature is 38C or more.
A high temperature is the body’s natural response to fighting infections like coughs and colds.
Many things can cause a high temperature in children, from common childhood illnesses like chickenpox and tonsillitis, to vaccinations.
Your child might:
- feel hotter than usual when you touch their back or chest
- feel sweaty
- look or feel unwell
Use a digital thermometer, which you can buy from pharmacies and supermarkets, to take your child’s temperature.
You can usually look after your child or baby at home. The temperature should go down over 3 or 4 days.
DO’s
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give them plenty of fluids
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look out for signs of dehydration
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give them food if they want it
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check on your child regularly during the night
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keep them at home
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give them paracetamol if they’re distressed or unwell
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get medical advice if you’re worried about your child
DON’Ts
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do not undress your child or sponge them down to cool them, a high temperature is a natural and healthy response to infection
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do not cover them up in too many clothes or bedclothes
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do not give aspirin to children under 16 years of age
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do not combine ibuprofen and paracetamol, unless a GP tells you to
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do not give paracetamol to a child under 2 months
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do not give ibuprofen to a child under 3 months or under 5kg
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do not give ibuprofen to children with asthma
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CALL 111 OR YOUR GP SURGERY NOW IF YOUR CHILD:
- is under 3 months old and has a temperature of 38C or higher, or you think they have a high temperature
- is 3 to 6 months old and has a temperature of 39C or higher, or you think they have a high temperature
- has other signs of illness, such as a rash, as well as a high temperature
- has a high temperature that’s lasted for 5 days or more
- does not want to eat, or is not their usual self and you’re worried
- has a high temperature that does not come down with paracetamol
- is dehydrated – such as nappies that are not very wet, sunken eyes, and no tears when they’re crying
CALL 999 IF YOUR CHILD:
- has a stiff neck
- has a rash that does not fade when you press a glass against it (use the “glass test” from Meningitis Now)
- is bothered by light
- has a fit (febrile seizure) for the first time (they cannot stop shaking)
- has unusually cold hands and feet
- has blue, pale or blotchy skin, lips or tongue
- has a weak, high-pitched cry that’s not like their normal cry
- is drowsy and hard to wake
- is extremely agitated (does not stop crying) or is confused
- finds it hard to breathe and sucks their stomach in under their ribs
- is not responding like they normally do, or is not interested in feeding or normal activities
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