Sucrose (Infant Pain Relief)
Concentrated sugar water that triggers the release of natural opioids in the brain, providing a calming and analgesic effect in very young infants.
Dosage by Body Weight
Administer 0.5 mL to 2 mL 2 minutes before the procedure onto the tongue or a pacifier.
- Body Weight
- Neonates
- Dose
- 0.1 ml to 0.5 ml
- Frequency
- As needed (Procedure based)
- Tracking Notes
- Most effective for infants under 4 months of age.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neonates | 0.1 ml to 0.5 ml | As needed (Procedure based) | Most effective for infants under 4 months of age. |
Formulation
Purpose
Reduction of pain and distress in neonates during minor procedures (e.g., heel prick, injections).
Generic Name
SucroseBranded Drug Names
Sucrose (Infant Pain Relief) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.
Alternatives
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTIONSucrose (Infant Pain Relief): Alcohol may worsen dehydration, stomach upset, or interfere with nutritional recovery. Avoid or limit alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDSucrose (Infant Pain Relief): Generally safe in pregnancy when used at recommended doses or as prescribed. Avoid excessive supplementation.
Breast Feeding
SAFESucrose (Infant Pain Relief): Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses. Ask a healthcare provider before high-dose use.
Driving
SAFESucrose (Infant Pain Relief): Usually does not affect driving. Avoid driving only if you feel unwell, dizzy, or weak from the underlying condition.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDSucrose (Infant Pain Relief): Usually safe at recommended doses, but high-dose or fat-soluble vitamin use should be medically supervised in liver disease.
Kidney
CAUTIONSucrose (Infant Pain Relief): Kidney disease may require avoiding or adjusting minerals and electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, or phosphate.