Paracetamol Dose Calculator
India · Child & Adult · 15 mg/kg Dosing · Calpol · Dolo
Paracetamol Dosing in India (Calpol, Dolo)
The standard pediatric paracetamol dose in India is 15 mg per kg body weight per dose. This can be safely given every 4 to 6 hours as needed for fever or pain. The maximum single dose for adults and heavy adolescents is 1000 mg (1g). The maximum daily dose must not exceed 4000 mg (4g) for adults, or 75 mg/kg/day for children.
Common Paracetamol Brands in India
Syrups & Drops: Calpol (125mg/5ml and 250mg/5ml), Dolo Syrup (125mg/5ml), Metacin Syrup, Febrex Plus. Always check the label to ensure you are using the correct concentration.
Tablets: Dolo 650, Crocin 500, Metacin 500, Calpol 500.
All of these brands contain the exact same active ingredient — paracetamol (acetaminophen).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the paracetamol dose for children in India?
15 mg per kg per dose, every 4–6 hours. Maximum 4 doses in 24 hours. For a 10 kg child: 150 mg per dose = 6 ml of Calpol 125mg/5ml or 3 ml of Calpol 250mg/5ml.
How many ml of Calpol syrup for my child?
Use this calculator — enter your child's weight and select the syrup concentration. The exact ml will be calculated automatically based on 15mg/kg dosing to prevent accidental under or overdosing.
What is the maximum paracetamol dose per day?
For adults: 4000 mg (4g) per day — maximum 1000mg per dose, every 4–6 hours, not more than 4 doses in 24 hours. For children: 75 mg/kg/day up to a maximum of 4g/day. Exceeding this can cause severe liver damage.
Is Dolo 650 safe for children?
Dolo 650mg tablets are strictly for adults or older adolescents weighing over 45 kg. For younger children, use weight-based syrup dosing with Calpol or Dolo syrup formulations.
Can paracetamol be given every 4 hours?
Yes — paracetamol can be given every 4 hours if fever spikes rapidly, but you must not give more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period regardless of the interval used.