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
Oral Solution (24%)
Purpose
Reduction of pain and distress in neonates during minor procedures (e.g., heel prick, injections).
Generic Name
Sucrose
Branded Drug Names
Sucrose (Infant Pain Relief) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Sweet-Ease
- Algopedol
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
BreastfeedingPacifier