| Customization: | Available |
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| Application: | Internal Medicine |
| Suitable for: | Children, Adult |
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Acetaminophen Suppositories USP 125mg/250mg 500mg/1000mg
Paracetamol Suppositories
Conveniently and effectively relieves pain & fever in children
| composition | |
| Acetaminophen USP 125mg/250mg/500mg/1000mg | 125mg/250mg/500mg/1000mg |
| Suppository base | q.s. |
INDICATIONS
Light to moderate pain, fever.
ACETAMINOPHEN SUPPOSITORIES USP 125mg/250mg/500mg/1000mg for children from 1-6 years of age.
CONTRA-INDICATIONS
This medicine must not be used in patient with:
Known hypersensitivity towards the active ingredient paracetamol infants from birth up to end of
the second month.
Special care should be taken when using this medicine ( That is , with a prolonged interval between doses or at a diminished dose) and under medical supervision in patient with:
Disorders of liver function ( e.g. chronic alcohol misuse , inflammatory conditions of the liver) ,
ADVERSE REACTIONS:
Reddening of the skin may occur , though rarely ; allergic reactions with cutaneous eruptions are
very rare
DRUG INTERACTION
The medicine contains paracetamol . It should not be continued with other paracetamol preparations
so as not to exceed the recommended daily dose. Drugs which induce hepatic microsomal enzymes
such as alcohol ,, barbiturates and other anti-convulsants may increase the hepatotoxicity
of paracetamol particularly after overdosage. The therapeutic effect of paracetamol may also be
decreased.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
The dosage of paacetamol is governed by age and body weight , and is usually 10-15 mg paracetamol
per kg body weight as a single dose , and up to 50mg 1kg body as a maximum dose per day (24 hours).
The recommended usual daily dose depends on the weight of the infant.
Dosage instructions , mode and duration of use.
| Parafen 125 | Age 1-3 years | Body weight 10-15kg | 1-2 Suppository. Total daily dose maximum 750mg |
| Parafen 125 | Age upto 6 years | Body weight upto 22kg | 1-2 Suppository. Total daily dose maximum 1000mg |
| Parafen 250 | Age 1-3 years | Body weight 10-15kg | 1-2 Suppository. Total daily dose maximum 750mg |
| Parafen 250 | Age upto 6 years | Body weight upto 22kg | 1-2 Suppository. Total daily dose maximum 1000mg |
| Parafen 500 | Age 1-3 years | Body weight 10-15kg | 1-2 Suppository. Total daily dose maximum 750mg |
| Parafen 500 | Age upto 6 years | Body weight upto 22kg | 1-2 Suppository. Total daily dose maximum 1000mg |
| Parafen 1000 | Age 1-3 years | Body weight 10-15kg | 1-2 Suppository. Total daily dose maximum 750mg |
| Parafen 1000 | Age upto 6 years | Body weight upto 22kg | 1-2 Suppository. Total daily dose maximum 1000mg |
The approximate ages as function of body weight are given for example only. In case of any doubt ,
the doctor should be consulted for advice. The rectal route administration should be be adopted.
Do not exceed 3 days of treatment in the event of fever or 5 days of treatment in the event of pain
without the advice of the doctor.
WARNING: Overdose may be injurious to liver.
STORAGE:
Preserve Carton having strip of 5 suppositories each.
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