Paracin Information
Paracin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Paracin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Paracin Benefits & Uses
Paracin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Headache
Paracin Dosage & How to Take
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 |
Paracin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Paracin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Paracin without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Paracin safe during breastfeeding?
Paracin is safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Paracin on the Kidneys?
Paracin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Paracin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Paracin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Paracin on the Heart?
Paracin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Paracin with Other Drugs
Paracin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Paracin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Paracin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Drug Allergy
- Kidney Disease
- Shock
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergies
- Alcoholism
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Neutropenia
Frequently asked Questions about Paracin
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Is this Paracin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Paracin.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Paracin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Paracin only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Paracin for mental disorders.
No
Paracin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Paracin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Paracin and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Paracin
Taking Paracin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Paracin
Question about 5 years ago
Can I take Paracin with multivitamins?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Paracin 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.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Paracin be used to treat stomach pain?
Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician
No, Paracin 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.
Question over 5 years ago
How does Paracin work?
Although it's believed that Paracin works mainly in the central nervous system (Brain and Spine). It prevents the release of prostaglandin, which is responsible for increasing pain and body temperature. It effectively reduces the intensity of pain signals to the brain.
Question almost 6 years ago
What are the uses of Paracin?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Paracin is primarily used to reduce pain and fever. It can a for other conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, backache, toothaches, and colds.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Paracin without food?
Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine
Yes, you can take Paracin with or without food, because it doesn't irritate the stomach lining, unlike other drugs. However, if you are taking NSAIDs (painkillers) such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen along with paracetamol it is best to take them with a light meal or a glass of milk.
See all substitutes for Paracin
- Dolopar-250 Suspension - ₹27
- Dolopar 125 Oral Suspension - ₹22
- P 120 Suspension - ₹34
- P 500 Suspension - ₹40
- Sumo L DS Suspension - ₹38
- Pacimol DS 250 Mg Suspension 60ml - ₹36
- P 250 Suspension - ₹38
- Pacimol 125 Mg Suspension 60ml - ₹34
- Sumol 120 Suspension - ₹24
- Paracin 125 Mg Syrup - ₹0
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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)
