Phebra Sucrose 24% Sterile Oral Solution 50 x 2ml Ampoules

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Phebra Sucrose 24% Sterile Oral Solution 50 x 2mL Ampoules

Phebra Sucrose 24% is a preservative-free, sterile oral solution designed for short-term comfort during minor neonatal and infant procedures. When a few drops are placed in the mouth 1–2 minutes before a brief procedure (e.g., heel lance, venepuncture, cannulation, immunisation), the sweet taste helps reduce procedural distress. Each single-use 2mL ampoule delivers a clean, consistent dose in a convenient format for hospitals, clinics and vaccination settings. The solution is for oral use only and works best when coupled with non-nutritive sucking (dummy/pacifier) or other soothing measures as part of standard comfort care.

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Active Ingredients (per ampoule)

• Sucrose 24% w/v

• Water for Injections
  Preservative-free, alcohol-free. For oral administration only; not for injection.

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Reasons to Use

• Short procedural comfort for newborns and infants during heel pricks, blood draws, catheter insertion, dressings or vaccinations

• Part of a multimodal soothing plan alongside non-nutritive sucking, swaddling, skin-to-skin and breastfeeding where appropriate

• Single-use sterile ampoules promote hygiene and dose control in busy clinical environments

Reasons Not to Use

• Known or suspected intolerance to sucrose or disorders affecting carbohydrate metabolism (e.g., sucrase-isomaltase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, hereditary fructose intolerance)

• NPO/fasting orders or conditions where oral administration is contraindicated (aspiration risk)

• Unstable, critically unwell infants unless specifically directed by a clinician

• Eye or parenteral use (do not inject; for oral mucosal use only)

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Advantages

• Rapid onset (typically within 1–2 minutes) for brief procedures

• Predictable concentration (24%) in single-use ampoules; easy to aliquot dropwise

• Preservative-free and sterile for neonatal use

• Complements standard developmental care strategies

Disadvantages

• Designed for minor procedural discomfort only—not a substitute for local anaesthetic, systemic analgesia or sedation where indicated

• Short duration; may require re-dosing for longer procedures as per local protocol

• Not suitable for patients with relevant sugar malabsorption disorders

• Requires careful administration to avoid choking/aspiration

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Who is it for?
A: Primarily newborns and infants where a clinician recommends oral sucrose to reduce distress during brief procedures.

Q: How is it given?
A: Place small drops onto the anterior tongue or buccal mucosa 1–2 minutes before the procedure. For best effect, combine with non-nutritive sucking (dummy/pacifier) or other comforting measures. Follow your facility’s protocol for volumes and repeat dosing.

Q: How much should I use?
A: Dosing is protocol-based and weight/age specific. Many services use small aliquots (drops to fractions of a millilitre) with a maximum per episode set by local guidelines. Always follow your clinician’s instructions.

Q: Can it be repeated during the same procedure?
A: If the procedure continues and distress returns, repeat small aliquots may be used as per local policy. Do not exceed recommended total volumes.

Q: Can it be used with breastfeeding or skin-to-skin?
A: Yes. It is commonly paired with breastfeeding, swaddling, skin-to-skin and a pacifier to enhance comfort.

Q: Is it suitable for preterm infants?
A: Many NICUs use oral sucrose in preterm and term infants under strict protocols. Use only under medical supervision.

Q: Any side effects?
A: Generally well tolerated in small, procedure-based doses. Rarely, coughing or gagging may occur if given too quickly or in excessive volume. Stop and reassess if choking risk is suspected.

Q: Storage and handling?
A: Store below the on-pack temperature in a cool, dry place. Use ampoules once only; discard any remainder. Do not use if the solution is discoloured, the ampoule is damaged, or past expiry.

Q: Can this replace anaesthesia or analgesia?
A: No. It is an adjunct for brief procedural distress and does not replace local anaesthetic or systemic pain relief when those are indicated.

Q: Is it safe for children with diabetes?
A: The administered amounts are typically small, but all metabolic conditions should be clinically reviewed. Follow your clinician’s advice.

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Directions for Use (Clinical Guide – follow local protocol)

1. Verify patient eligibility and absence of contraindications.

2. Open a fresh 2mL ampoule immediately before use.

3. Administer drops orally 1–2 minutes prior to the procedure; encourage pacifier use.

4. Monitor comfort and airway continuously; repeat small aliquots if permitted.

5. Discard any unused solution; single-use ampoule only.

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Pack Contents

• 50 x 2mL single-use ampoules of Sucrose 24% Sterile Oral Solution

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL ON THE PRODUCT AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE UNLESS DIRECTED BY YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.

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