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Parafast Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Fever, Headache, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Parafast Injection have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Parafast Injection. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Parafast Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Parafast Injection 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Parafast Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Parafast Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Parafast Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Parafast Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Parafast Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Parafast Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Parafast Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Parafast Injection 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Parafast Injection safe for pregnant women?
Parafast is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Parafast Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Parafast does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Parafast Injection on the Kidneys?
Parafast has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Parafast Injection on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Parafast. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Parafast Injection on the Heart?
Side effects of Parafast rarely affect the heart.
Parafast Injection 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 Parafast Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Parafast Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Parafast Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Parafast Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Parafast Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Parafast Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Parafast Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Parafast Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Parafast Injection
Taking Parafast Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Parafast is primarily used to reduce pain and fever. It can a for other conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, backache, toothaches, and colds.
Although it's believed that Parafast 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.
Parafast 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.
No, Parafast 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.
Parafast is a safe drug no much precautions are to be taken. However, alcohol should be completely avoided. If you have any previous history of kidney and liver diseases keep your doctor informed before taking this drug.
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)