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Parafast Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Parafast Suspension have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Parafast Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Parafast Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Parafast Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Parafast Suspension has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Parafast Suspension related warnings talks about Parafast Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Parafast Suspension 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 Parafast Suspension contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Parafast Suspension have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Parafast Suspension is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Parafast 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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Is the use of Parafast Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Parafast is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Parafast Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Parafast does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Parafast Suspension on the Kidneys?
Parafast has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Parafast Suspension 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 Suspension on the Heart?
Side effects of Parafast rarely affect the heart.
Parafast 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 Parafast Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Parafast Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Parafast Suspension is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Parafast Suspension does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Parafast Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Parafast Suspension for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Parafast Suspension
There is no information on the effects of taking Parafast Suspension with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Parafast Suspension
Taking Parafast Suspension 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)