Atopen 120 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol |
| Company | Kemiko pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title and Categories
- Atopen 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Medicine
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
Indications
- Fever relief
- Common cold relief
- Influenza relief
- Headache relief
- Toothache relief
- Earache relief
- Bodyache relief
- Myalgia relief
- Neuralgia relief
- Dysmenorrhoea relief
- Sprains relief
- Colic pain relief
- Back pain relief
- Post-operative pain relief
- Postpartum pain relief
- Inflammatory pain relief
- Post vaccination pain relief
- Rheumatic & osteoarthritic pain relief
- Stiffness of joints relief
Pharmacology
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Weak anti-inflammatory activity
- Acts in the CNS
- Increases pain threshold
- Inhibits COX-1, COX-2, and COX-3 enzymes
- Prostaglandin (PG) synthesis inhibition
Dosage & Administration
- Tablet dosage for adults
- Tablet dosage for children (6-12 years)
- Extended release tablet dosage for adults & children over 12 years
- Syrup/Suspension dosage for children under 3 months
- Syrup/Suspension dosage for children 3 months to below 1 year
- Syrup/Suspension dosage for children 1-5 years
- Syrup/Suspension dosage for children 6-12 years
- Syrup/Suspension dosage for adults
- Suppository dosage for children 3-12 months
- Suppository dosage for children 1-5 years
- Suppository dosage for children 6-12 years
- Suppository dosage for adults & children over 12 years
- Paediatric drop dosage for children up to 3 months
- Paediatric drop dosage for 4 to 11 months
- Paediatric drop dosage for 7 to 2 years
- Paracetamol tablet with actizorb technology dosage for adults and children (aged 12 years and over)
Interaction
- Diminished ability with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, and alcohol
- Increased hepatotoxicity with alcohol
- Induction of liver enzymes by anticonvulsants or 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
- Safe use in human pregnancy
- Excretion in breast milk in not clinically significant amount
Precautions & Warnings
- Severe renal or severe hepatic impairment
- Overdose hazard in non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease
- Avoid concurrent use of Atopen-containing products
- Use only as prescribed
Overdose Effects
- Possible liver damage in adults
- Symptoms of overdose
- Immediate treatment essential
- Activated charcoal consideration
- N-acetylcysteine treatment
- Symptomatic management beyond 24 hours discussion with healthcare professionals
Therapeutic Class
- Non opioid analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Dry place
- Away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C8H9NO2
- Chemical Structure Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-860-paracetamol-chemical-structure-JLKHDuG7hxR2MserFZ27.svg
Commonly Asked Questions
- What is Atopen 120 mg/5 ml Suspension?
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- Storage and disposal instructions
- Usage with food
- Duration for improvement
- Foods or drinks to avoid
- Recommended dose effectiveness
- Concurrent use with other medications
- Usage with antibiotics
- Classification as NSAID drug
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