Prescription status:
Prescription not required
Manufacturer Name: GLAXOSMITHKLINE PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Drug classification: Analgesics, Miscellaneous analgesics
What is this used for:
When to not take this medicine:
How should I take the medicine?
Shake the bottle so that, the medicine present in the bottle is dispersed thoroughly. Measure the exact quantity as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine in small or larger amounts than recommended.
How this medicine works:
This medicine works by increasing the pain threshold that requires a huge amount of pain to develop before the patient feels it. It helps in decreasing the fever by its action in the brain.
Side effects
Pregnancy warning: Not assigned
The use of this medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Lactation warning:
The Use of this medicine is not recommended for lactating and breastfeeding mothers unless absolutely necessary. Inform your doctor about the use of this medicine. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Renal dose adjustments:
Care must be taken for individuals with kidney disease while taking this medicine. Please discuss appropriate dose adjustments with your doctor. Your doctor may also prescribe a suitable alternative on the basis of creatinine clearance values.
Hepatic dose adjustments:
Care must be taken for individuals with the liver disease while taking this medicine. Please discuss appropriate dose adjustments with your doctor. Your doctor may also prescribe a suitable alternative.
Drug interactions:
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. Co-administration of these medicines may cause liver damage, G6PD enzyme deficiency, methemoglobinemia, or anemia. A suitable alternative may be considered based on the condition of the patient.
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. Co-administration of these medicines may cause damage to the liver or kidneys. A suitable alternative may be considered based on the condition of the patient.
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. Co-administration of these medicines may cause damage to the liver or kidneys. A suitable alternative may be considered based on the condition of the patient.
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. Co-administration of these medicines may cause damage to the liver or kidneys. A suitable alternative may be considered based on the condition of the patient.
Alcohol interactions:
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving/taking this medicine as it may cause interactions and lead to serious adverse effects and may worsen the health condition.
Food interactions:
N/A.
Expert Advice:
Missed dose instructions:
Take this medicine as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost the for your next dose skip the dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose Instructions:
Seek emergency treatment or contact your physician in case if you experience any unusual signs and symptoms during the treatment with this medicine.
Storage Instructions:
Store the medicine in a cool and dry place. Keep the medicine away from the reach of the children
References:
1.Paracetamol 250mg/5ml Oral Suspension - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2020 [cited 18 August 2020]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/6694/smpc
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