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Wikoryl is a combination cold/fever syrup by Alembic Pharmaceuticals containing:
- Paracetamol 250 mg/5 ml
- Chlorpheniramine 2 mg/5 ml
- Phenylephrine 5 mg/5 ml
- Sodium Citrate 60 mg/5 ml
Wikoryl Pediatric Syrup - Dosage
Weight/Age-Based Dosing
The paracetamol component (250 mg per 5 ml) drives the per-kg dosing:
Paracetamol dose: 10-15 mg/kg/dose, every 4-6 hours
| Weight | Calculated Dose | Approximate Volume |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 50-75 mg | 1-1.5 ml |
| 7.5 kg | 75-112 mg | 1.5-2.2 ml |
| 10 kg | 100-150 mg | 2-3 ml |
| 12.5 kg | 125-187 mg | 2.5-3.7 ml |
| 15 kg | 150-225 mg | 3-4.5 ml |
| 20 kg | 200-300 mg | 4-6 ml |
Standard Age-Based Dosing (as per product labeling)
| Age Group | Dose | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Below 2 years | As directed by doctor only | - |
| 2-5 years | 2.5 ml (half teaspoon) | 3-4 times daily |
| 5-12 years | 5 ml (1 teaspoon) | 3-4 times daily |
| 12+ years / Adults | 5-10 ml | 3-4 times daily |
Maximum: Do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours. Maximum paracetamol dose is 60 mg/kg/day.
Important Notes
- Not recommended under 2 years without a doctor's prescription - chlorpheniramine and phenylephrine are not safe for infants in OTC doses.
- Give with or without food, but food reduces stomach upset.
- Do not use with other paracetamol-containing products (risk of overdose).
- Avoid in children with liver disease, asthma, hypertension, or hyperthyroidism.
- Drowsiness is common due to chlorpheniramine - avoid operating vehicles/machinery after administration in older children.
Always follow your pediatrician's prescription. Dosing in infants and young children should be confirmed by weight with a doctor, not estimated by age alone.
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