Para 120 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol |
| Company | Amico laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- fever
- common cold
- influenza
- headache
- toothache
- earache
- bodyache
- myalgia
- neuralgia
- dysmenorrhoea
- sprains
- colic pain
- back pain
- post-operative pain
- postpartum pain
- inflammatory pain
- rheumatic pain
- osteoarthritic pain
Pharmacology
- analgesic
- antipyretic
- weak anti-inflammatory activity
- acts in the CNS
- increases pain threshold
- inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes
- prostaglandin synthesis
Dosage administration
- tablet
- extended release tablet
- syrup/suspension
- suppository
- paediatric drop
- actizorb technology
- recommended dosage for adults and children
Interaction
- diminished ability to metabolize large doses with barbiturates
- interaction with tricyclic antidepressants and 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
- other allergic reactions
Pregnancy lactation
- no ill effects in recommended dosage during pregnancy
- excretion in breast milk in non-clinically significant amount
- recommendation to follow doctor's advice
Precautions warnings
- advised for patients with severe renal or hepatic impairment
- hazard of overdose is greater in those with non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease
- not to exceed stated dose
- advised not to take other Paracetamol-containing products concurrently
Overdose effects
- possible liver damage in adults with 10g or more intake
- symptoms of overdose in the first 24 hours
- abnormalities of glucose metabolism and metabolic acidosis
- acute renal failure with acute tubular necrosis
- immediate treatment essential
- recommendation of activated charcoal and N-acetylcysteine
Therapeutic class
- non opioid analgesics
Storage conditions
- keep in a dry place, away from light and heat
- keep out of the reach of children
Chemical structure
- molecular formula: C8H9NO2
- chemical structure diagram
Commonly asked questions
- definition of Para 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
- uses of Para 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
- side effects of Para 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
- storage and disposal instructions
- recommendation to take with food
- usage duration advice
- warning against exceeding recommended doses
- caution against concurrent use with other medications
- advice on use with antibiotics
- clarification on NSAID classification
- quick tips for usage
Therapeutic indications
- indicated for various types of pain and fever
Mode of action
- acts in the central nervous system
- increases pain threshold
- inhibits prostaglandin synthesis
Dosage
- various dosage forms and recommended dosages for different age groups
Patient interaction
- barbiturates
- tricyclic antidepressants
- alcohol
- anticonvulsants
- oral steroid contraceptives
Contraindication
- known hypersensitivity to Paracetamol
Adverse effects
- mild side effects
- haematological reactions
- allergic reactions
- pancreatitis
- skin rashes
Pregnancy and lactation
- no ill effects during pregnancy in recommended dosage
- excretion in non-clinically significant amount in breast milk
- recommendation to follow doctor's advice
Medicine precautions
- severe renal or hepatic impairment
- hazard of overdose is greater in non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease
- not to exceed stated dose
- not to take other Paracetamol-containing products concurrently
Storage guidelines
- keep in a dry place, away from light and heat
- keep out of the reach of children
Chemical formula
- molecular formula: C8H9NO2
- chemical structure diagram
Questions and answers
- definition of Para 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
- uses of Para 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
- side effects of Para 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
- storage and disposal instructions
- recommendation to take with food
- usage duration advice
- warning against exceeding recommended doses
- caution against concurrent use with other medications
- advice on use with antibiotics
- clarification on NSAID classification
- quick tips for usage