Act 80 mg/ml (Pediatric Drops)
15 ml bottle: ৳ 12.31
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol |
| Company | Ambee pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Act 80 mg/ml Pediatric Drop
Categories
- Medicine
- Pain Relief
- Fever Reducer
Description
- Indicated for fever, common cold, and influenza
- Also indicated for headache, toothache, and bodyache
- Has analgesic and antipyretic properties
- Dosage for adults and children available in tablets, syrup/suspension, and suppository
- Interacts with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, and alcohol
- Contraindicated in known hypersensitivity to Paracetamol
- Possible side effects include haematological reactions and skin rashes
- Epidemiological studies in human pregnancy show no ill effects due to Paracetamol
- Caution advised in administration to patients with severe renal or hepatic impairment
- Liver damage is possible in adults who have taken 10 g or more of Act
- Belongs to the therapeutic class of non-opioid analgesics
- Should be stored in a dry place away from light and heat
- Molecular formula: C8H9NO2
Indications
- Fever
- Common cold
- Influenza
- Headache
- Toothache
- Earache
- Myalgia
- Neuralgia
- Rheumatic pain
- Osteoarthritic pain
- Stiffness of joints
- Post-operative pain
- Postpartum pain
- Inflammatory pain
- Post vaccination pain in children
Pharmacology
- Analgesic and antipyretic properties
- Inhibits isoforms of cyclooxygenase enzymes
Dosage and Administration
- Adult dosage: 1-2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours up to a maximum of 4 gm (8 tablets) daily
- Extended Release Tablet dosage: Two tablets, swallowed whole, every 6 to 8 hours
- Syrup/Suspension dosage for children of varying age groups
- Suppository dosage for children and adults
- Paediatric Drop dosage for children of varying age groups
- Fast-acting tablet with actizorb technology dosage for adults and children
Interaction
- Diminished ability to metabolize large doses with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, and alcohol
- Alcohol can increase the hepatotoxicity of Act overdosage
- Chronic ingestion of anticonvulsants or oral steroid contraceptives can prevent attainment of therapeutic Act levels
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Paracetamol
Side Effects
- Haematological reactions
- Skin rashes
- Allergic reactions
- Pancreatitis
Pregnancy and Lactation
- Epidemiological studies show no ill effects
- Paracetamol is excreted in breast milk, but not in a clinically significant amount
Precautions and Warnings
- Advised caution in severe renal or severe hepatic impairment
- Hazard of overdose is greater in non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease
- Not to exceed the stated dose
- Not to take other Act-containing products concurrently
Overdose Effects
- Liver damage possible in adults who have taken 10 g or more of Act
- Abnormalities of glucose metabolism and metabolic acidosis may occur
- Immediate treatment essential in the management of Act overdose
- Treatment with activated charcoal and N-acetylcysteine may be used
Therapeutic Class
- Non-opioid analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C8H9NO2
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