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Febrex 250 Suspension is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Febrex 250 Suspension have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Febrex 250 Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Febrex 250 Suspension have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Febrex 250 Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Febrex 250 Suspension is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Febrex 250 Suspension related warnings talks about Febrex 250 Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Febrex 250 Suspension since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Febrex 250 Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Febrex 250 Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Febrex 250 Suspension is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Febrex 250 Suspension 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Febrex 250 Suspension is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Febrex 250 Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Febrex without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Febrex 250 Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Febrex.
What is the effect of Febrex 250 Suspension on the Kidneys?
Febrex rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Febrex 250 Suspension on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Febrex. 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 Febrex 250 Suspension on the Heart?
Febrex has very mild side effects on the heart.
Febrex 250 Suspension 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 Febrex 250 Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febrex 250 Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Febrex 250 Suspension.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Febrex 250 Suspension since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Febrex 250 Suspension only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Febrex 250 Suspension cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Febrex 250 Suspension
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Febrex 250 Suspension, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febrex 250 Suspension
Consumption of alcohol and Febrex 250 Suspension together may have severe effects on your health.
As we know Febrex is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Febrex ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Febrex poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Febrex 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.
Febrex is a brand name for paracetamol. It is an analgesic and antipyretic medication used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever. Even WHO has considered this drug to be an essential medicine for basic healthcare requirements. Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used 'over-the-counter' medicine. It is often prescribed as one of the first-line treatment options for pain and fever with minimum side effects.
Febrex is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.
Febrex 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.
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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)
