Qcet 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 1.20 (25 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 12.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol |
| Company | Osl pharma limited |
| Also available as |
Title
- Qcet 500 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Pain Relief
- Fever Reducer
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
Description
- Fast-acting pain relief
- Effective fever reduction
- Safe for children and adults
- Non-opioid analgesic
- Effective for various types of pain
- Provides relief from common cold and flu symptoms
- Suitable for post-operative and post-vaccination pain
DosageAndAdministration
- Recommended dosage: 1-2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours for adults
- Maximum daily dosage: 4 gm (8 tablets)
- Special extended-release tablet for adults and children over 12 years
- Dosage for children varies by age and form (tablet, syrup, suppository, pediatric drop, actizorb technology)
Indications
- Indicated for fever, common cold, influenza, headache, toothache, earache, bodyache, myalgia, neuralgia, dysmenorrhoea, sprains, colic pain, back pain, inflammatory pain, postpartum pain, rheumatic and osteoarthritic pain
ModeOfAction
- Analgesic and antipyretic properties
- Weak anti-inflammatory activity
- Acts primarily in the CNS by inhibiting both isoforms of cyclooxygenase
Interaction
- Diminished metabolization with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, and alcohol
- Increased hepatotoxicity with alcohol
- Influence of anticonvulsants and oral steroid contraceptives on Qcet levels
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in known hypersensitivity to Paracetamol
SideEffects
- Mild side effects, including haematological reactions, skin rashes, and allergic reactions
- Rare occurrences of thrombocytopenia, leucopenia, pancytopenia, neutropenia, agranulocytosis, and pancreatitis
PregnancyAndLactation
- Epidemiological studies show no ill effects in recommended dosage during pregnancy
- Excreted in breast milk in clinically insignificant amounts
PrecautionsAndWarnings
- Administration caution for severe renal or hepatic impairment
- Hazard of overdose in non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease
- Advice against concurrent use of other Qcet-containing products
- Patient-specific usage necessity
OverdoseEffects
- Possible liver damage with ingestion of 10 g or more
- Symptoms include pallor, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, abdominal pain
- Immediate treatment essential in overdose management
TherapeuticClass
- Non-opioid analgesics
StorageConditions
- Keep in dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
ChemicalStructure
- Molecular formula: C8H9NO2
- Chemical Structure image link available
CommonlyAskedQuestions
- Uses, side effects, storage, and dosing instructions
- Relevance of food consumption with dosage
- Expected improvement timeline
- Recommendations for avoiding certain medications and food/drinks