Caftyl 500 mg+65 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 2.20 (10 x 10: ৳ 220.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 22.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol caffeine |
| Company | One pharma 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
- Increased solubility and transmembrane permeation of Paracetamol by Caffeine
- Elevated pain threshold and tolerance of pain by Caffeine
- Increase in vessel tone in the brain by Caffeine
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dose: 1-2 tablets every 4-6 hours
- Maximum dose: 8 tablets daily
- Not recommended for children below 12 years
Interaction
- Reduced serum levels with anticonvulsants
- Enhanced anticoagulant effect of warfarin and other coumarins
- Accelerated absorption with metoclopramide and domperidone
- Increased serum levels with probenecid
- Reduced absorption with colestyramine within 1 hr of admin
- Severe hypothermia with phenothiazine
Contraindications
- Severe renal function impairment
- Hepatic disease (Viral Hepatitis)
- Known hypersensitivity to paracetamol or caffeine
Side Effects
- Mild side effects of paracetamol
- Haematological reactions including thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, pancytopenia, neutropenia, and agranulocytosis
- Pancreatitis
- Skin rashes
- Other allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Consultation required for pregnant mothers
- Caffeine can be taken whilst breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Cautious usage in hepatic or renal failure patients
- Cautious usage with other hepatotoxic medication
- Avoid prolonged use without consulting a physician
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of Paracetamol overdose in the first 24 hours
- Liver damage may become apparent 12 to 40 hours after ingestion
- Abnormalities of glucose metabolism
- Metabolic acidosis may occur
Therapeutic Class
- Non opioid analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children