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Aceto, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops, Syrup, Suspension, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. The alternative uses of Aceto have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aceto. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aceto as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Aceto are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Aceto has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Aceto has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aceto related warnings section.
Aceto 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aceto contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Aceto have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Aceto, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Aceto 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 Aceto safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Aceto without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Aceto safe during breastfeeding?
Aceto does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Aceto on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Aceto on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Aceto on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Aceto. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Aceto on the Heart?
Side effects of Aceto rarely affect the heart.
Aceto 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 Aceto unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aceto habit forming or addictive?
Aceto is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Aceto as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Aceto only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aceto for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aceto
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Aceto together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aceto
Taking Aceto with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No harmful interactions have been reported between Aceto and codeine. Do not take it until and unless prescribed. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant medicinal side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, and tremors after taking Aceto. Inform your doctor immediately.
Aceto 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.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Aceto 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.
Yes, Aceto can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
Yes, Aceto can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.
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)