This medicine is used to treat mild to moderate pain (from headaches, menstrual periods, toothaches, backaches, osteoarthritis, or cold/flu aches and pains) and to reduce fever.
This medicine is used to treat acute and chronic (short and long term) painful muscular conditions, tension, headache, dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation), and non-articular rheumatism (a group of conditions characterized by muscular aches which do not arise from joints).
There is no evidence of risk associated with the use of this medicine in pregnant females. However, it is best to consult your doctor before use.
The effects of this medicine in lactating females are undetermined. Therefore, please consult your doctor before use.
Its use has shown a risk of drowsiness; therefore avoid using it while driving.
Consult your doctor before using paracetamol for a better analysis if you have liver disease.
Consult your doctor before using paracetamol for a better analysis if you have kidney disease.
The use of alcohol should be limited or avoided while using paracetamol.
Serious skin reactions may also occur with the use of this medication. Patients should be warned of the symptoms of such reactions and advised to discontinue the medication immediately if they appear. Patients with hypersensitivity or allergy to this medication should also be cautioned against its use. Patients should also inform their doctor of their complete medical history, especially any history of liver problems or alcohol abuse or if they have diabetes or any condition that requires them to avoid sugar. Consult your healthcare provider for more details.
This medication is contraindicated in patients with severe heart impairment, alcoholism (alcohol dependency), weight lower than 50 kg, renal (kidney) or hepatic (liver) impairment, malnutrition, dehydration, and anemia(lower than normal amount of red blood cells in the blood). Contact your healthcare provider for further information.
How does this medicine work?
This medicine works by blocking (neurotransmitters) chemical messengers in the brain that inform us that we have pain. It also reduces fever by affecting the neurotransmitters in the area of the brain that manages or regulates body temperature.
Can I take this medicine for a long time?
It is not recommended to take this medicine for more than 3 days unless advised by your doctor otherwise.
What happens if you take this medicine for a long time?
Studies have shown that long term use of medicine is associated with a risk of adverse events such as heart attacks, bleeding inside the digestive system and hinders kidney function.
What are the signs of overdose of this medicine?
Having difficulty breathing and passing out are some signs of an overdose of this medicine.
What to do if you miss a dose of this medicine?
Please take your dosage as per the prescription. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If the time for the next dose is close, take medicine normally. Do not double the dose.
Indications:
This medication is primarily used for improving mental alertness. It may also be used for treating headaches and migraines in combination with other pain killers. It may be used by mouth for treatment of asthma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), gall bladder disease, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and low oxygen levels due to exercise, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, etc. It can be used for improving symptoms of type-2 diabetes, breathing problems in neonates, and weight loss. Caffeine creams are applied to reduce redness and itching in dermatitis. It now has other cosmetic used as well.
Storage:
Please store it at room temperature (18-25 Celsius) or refrigerate it depending on the form of caffeine you are taking. Keep medicine away from excessive light and moisture. Please keep it away from children.
Side Effects:
Restlessness and insomnia.
Effects on pregnancy and lactation:
This medicine should be used minimally during pregnancy. This medicine may pass into breast milk. There is no such evidence of harm to baby by caffeine during lactation. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
Administration:
Caffeine is mostly taken orally in the form of tea, coffee, and other drinks. It may also be used rectally by/under the supervision of a medical professional. If being used for a medical purpose, the dosage is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. In such a case, consultation with a doctor is recommended before use.
Precautions:
Following are the precautions: • Patients with kidney disease should be cautious • Patients with central nervous system disorders should be cautious • Patients with disorders associated to anxiety and depression should be cautious • Patients with bleeding disorders should be cautious • Patients with heart disease must be cautious • Elderly
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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