Asta 120 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol |
| Company | Rephco pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title
Asta 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
Categories
- Medicine
- Pharmaceutical
Indications
- Fever
- Common cold
- Influenza
- Headache
- Toothache
- Earache
- Bodyache
- Myalgia
- Neuralgia
- Dysmenorrhoea
- Sprains
- Colic pain
- Back pain
- Post-operative pain
- Postpartum pain
- Inflammatory pain
- Post vaccination pain
- Rheumatic & osteoarthritic pain
- Stiffness of joints
Pharmacology
- Analgesic properties
- Antipyretic properties
- Weak anti-inflammatory activity
- Action in the CNS
- Increase pain threshold
- Inhibition of cyclooxygenase enzymes
- Prostaglandin synthesis
- Para aminophenol derivative
- Fast acting analgesic
- Well tolerated
- Free from various side effects of aspirin
Dosage & Administration
- Tablet
- Extended Release Tablet
- Syrup/Suspension
- Suppository
- Paediatric Drop
- Fast dissolving tablet with actizorb technology
- Dosage for adults
- Dosage for children
- Maximum daily dose
- Dosing intervals
Interaction
- Diminished metabolism with barbiturates
- Diminished metabolism with tricyclic antidepressants
- Diminished metabolism with alcohol
- Increased hepatotoxicity with alcohol
- Chronic ingestion of anticonvulsants
- Chronic ingestion of oral steroid contraceptives
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Paracetamol
Side Effects
- Mild side effects
- Haematological reactions
- Thrombocytopenia
- Leucopenia
- Pancytopenia
- Neutropenia
- Agranulocytosis
- Pancreatitis
- Skin rashes
- Allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No ill effects in recommended dosage during pregnancy
- Excretion in breast milk in insignificant amount
- No contraindication for breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Severe renal impairment
- Severe hepatic impairment
- Hazard of overdose in non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease
- Avoid concurrent use of other Asta-containing products
- Use only when clearly necessary
Overdose Effects
- Possible liver damage
- Symptoms of overdose
- Immediate treatment is essential
- Activated charcoal treatment
- N-acetylcysteine treatment
- Oral Methionine as alternative
Therapeutic Class
- Non opioid analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Dry place
- Away from light
- Away from heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C8H9NO2
- Chemical Structure (image)
Common Questions
- What is Asta 120 mg/5 ml Suspension?: Action by obstructing pain and fever chemical messengers
- Uses of Asta 120 mg/5 ml Suspension: Treatment and prevention of conditions and symptoms
- Side Effects of Asta 120 mg/5 ml Suspension: Allergic reaction, gastric ulcers, fatigue, anemia, nausea, vomiting
- Storage and disposal instructions: Room temperature storage, keep away from heat and light, keep away from children and pets
- Administration with or without food: More effective when taken with food
- Duration of usage for improvement: Use until complete eradication of disease
- Food or drink to avoid while taking: No specific restrictions
- Effectiveness of more than recommended dose: Not necessary and not recommended
- Co-administration with other medications: Consult doctor or pharmacist before using OTC products or antibiotics
- NSAID classification: Not classified as NSAID, miscellaneous analgesic
- Quick Tips:
- Take with food or milk to prevent upset stomach
- Follow prescribed dose and duration
- Avoid antacids within two hours of taking
- Avoid consuming alcohol
- Inform doctor about liver disease for dose adjustments
- Regular monitoring of kidney and liver function