Adol 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 1.20 (12 x 10: ৳ 144.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 12.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Paracetamol |
| Company | Union 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 primarily in the CNS
- Increases pain threshold
- Inhibits COX-1, COX-2, and COX-3 enzymes
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 1-2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours
- Maximum adult dosage: 4 gm (8 tablets) daily
- Children (6-12 years) dosage: ½ to 1 tablet 3 to 4 times daily
- Extended Release Tablet dosage for adults & children over 12 years: Two tablets every 6 to 8 hours (max 6 tablets in 24 hours)
Interaction
- Diminished ability with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, and alcohol
- Increased hepatotoxicity with alcohol
- Chronic ingestion of anticonvulsants or oral steroid contraceptives
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Paracetamol
Side Effects
- Mild side effects
- Haematological reactions
- Thrombocytopenia
- Skin rashes
- Allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Epidemiological studies show no ill effects in recommended dosage
- Excreted in breast milk in insignificant amount
- No contraindications for breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Administration to patients with severe renal or hepatic impairment
- Hazard of overdose in non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease
Overdose Effects
- Possible liver damage in adults with 10g or more intake
- Symptoms: pallor, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain
- Immediate treatment essential
Therapeutic Class
- Non opioid analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C8H9NO2
- Chemical Structure Image: (link to image)