By Sask Health

Information on Coping with Lack of Children’s Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen Products

Dec 7, 2022 | 9:41 AM

Health Canada is working with the companies that supply pediatric/infant and children’s acetaminophen and ibuprofen products to address the shortage of children’s fever and pain medications.

DO NOT use adult fever and pain medications on children under 12 years of age without consulting a health care professional (pharmacist, HealthLine 811 nurse, nurse practitioner or physician).

While we understand the frustration and concern many parents are feeling with the ongoing shortages of pediatric pain and fever medication, adult and child medications are not made or prescribed the same – this may lead to accidental overdose which can be life threatening for children.

If your child has a fever, it can mean their body is fighting a virus or infection.

For low fevers, try to keep the child comfortable, use cold compresses and have them drink plenty of fluids. Monitor for changes. Warm baths can be useful to help manage pain.

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You can also call HealthLine 811 for advice when your child is sick.

Saskatchewan’s pediatric physicians have been answering questions on seasonal illnesses. Watch here – https://www.youtube.com/playlist…