PM 120 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol |
| Company | Reliance pharmaceuticals ltd |
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 pain
- Osteoarthritic pain
- Stiffness of joints
Pharmacology
- Analgesic properties
- Antipyretic properties
- Weak anti-inflammatory activity
- Acts in the CNS
- Increases pain threshold
- Inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes
Dosage & Administration
- Tablet for adults
- Tablet for children (6-12 years)
- Extended release tablet for adults & children over 12 years
- Syrup/suspension for different age groups
- Suppository for children and adults
- Paediatric drop for different age groups
- Paracetamol tablet with actizorb technology
Interaction
- Diminished ability with barbiturates
- Diminished ability with tricyclic antidepressants
- Diminished ability 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
- Other allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No ill effects in human pregnancy
- Excretion in breast milk
- Not in clinically significant amount
Precautions & Warnings
- Administration to patients with severe renal impairment
- Administration to patients with severe hepatic impairment
- Hazard of overdose in non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease
- Avoiding concurrent use of other PM-containing products
- Use only when clearly necessary
Overdose Effects
- Possible liver damage in adults with large doses
- Possible liver damage with specific risk factors
- Symptoms of overdose
- Immediate treatment for overdose
- Activated charcoal treatment
- Measurement of plasma PM concentration
- Treatment with N-acetylcysteine
Therapeutic Class
- Non-opioid analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place
- Away from light
- Away from heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular formula: C8H9NO2
Common Questions about PM 120 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Action by obstructing release of pain and fever chemical messengers
- Uses for treatment and prevention of conditions and symptoms
- Possible side effects
- Instructions for storage and disposal
- Recommended consumption with food
- Avoidance of other medications without consulting doctor
- Recommendation for use with antibiotics
- Classification as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)