Paret Plus 500 mg+65 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 2.00 (100's pack: ৳ 200.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol caffeine |
| Company | Oyster pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Headache
- Migraine
- Toothache
- Neuralgia
- Feverishness
- Period pain
- Sore throat
- Backache
- Help to reduce the temperature
- Aches and pain of colds and flu
Pharmacology
- Combination of Paracetamol and Caffeine
- Analgesic and antipyretic properties of Paracetamol
- Weak anti-inflammatory activity of Paracetamol
- Caffeine increases solubility and transmembrane permeation of Paracetamol
- Caffeine increases pain threshold and tolerance
- Caffeine raises vessel tone in the brain
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dose: 1-2 tablets every 4-6 hours
- Maximum dose: 8 tablets daily
- Not recommended for children below 12 years
Interaction
- May reduce serum levels with anticonvulsants
- May enhance the anticoagulant effect of warfarin
- Accelerated absorption with metoclopramide and domperidone
- May increase serum levels with probenecid
- May increase serum levels of chloramphenicol
- May reduce absorption with colestyramine within 1 hr of admin
- May cause severe hypothermia with phenothiazine
Contraindications
- Severe renal function impairment
- Hepatic disease (Viral Hepatitis)
- Known hypersensitivity to paracetamol or caffeine
Side Effects
- Mild side effects
- Haematological reactions
- Thrombocytopenia
- Leukopenia
- Pancreatitis
- Skin rashes
- Allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Consultation required during pregnancy
- Can be taken whilst breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Cautious use in hepatic or renal failure patients
- Cautious use with other hepatotoxic medication
- Avoid prolonged use without consulting a physician
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of Paracetamol overdose
- Liver damage
- Abnormalities of glucose metabolism
- Metabolic acidosis
Therapeutic Class
- Non opioid analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Cool and dry place
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children