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P U C is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops, Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. P U C also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of P U C. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of P U C as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of P U C normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
P U C's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on P U C related warnings talks about P U C's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
P U C is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies are examples of such conditions. The section on P U C contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, P U C may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking P U C is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
P U C is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of P U C safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take P U C safely.
Is the use of P U C safe during breastfeeding?
P U C is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of P U C on the Kidneys?
P U C rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of P U C on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking P U C. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of P U C on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of P U C on the heart have been reported.
P U C should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take P U C unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this P U C habit forming or addictive?
P U C does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking P U C since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
P U C should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
P U C is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and P U C
There is no information on the effects of taking P U C with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and P U C
Consuming P U C with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, P U C is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without further delay.
If you are allergic to P U C then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.
P U C is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.
Yes, you can use P U C in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than P U C. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.
You should take the minimum effective dose of P U C that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)