Key to symbols
The medicine should be initiated by, or on the advice of a specialist, but is suitable for continuation by a GP
The medicine should only be used and prescribed by a specialist
Indicates the preferred choice within a class or group of medicines
4.8. Antiepileptic drugs
4.8.3. Febrile convulsions
Total Formulary
PARACETAMOL (infusion)
Restrictions:
The infusion should be only be used when the IV route can be clinically justified over other routes of administration. The dose of the IV preparation may need to be reduced in the presence of risk factors (e.g. low weight or renal impairment).