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Pactiv, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. The alternative uses of Pactiv have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Pactiv is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pactiv can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Pactiv are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Pactiv's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pactiv related warnings talks about Pactiv'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 Pactiv since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Pactiv have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Pactiv may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pactiv is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Pactiv 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pactiv is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pactiv safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pactiv safely.
Is the use of Pactiv safe during breastfeeding?
Pactiv is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Pactiv on the Kidneys?
Pactiv rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pactiv on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pactiv. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pactiv on the Heart?
Pactiv has very mild side effects on the heart.
Pactiv 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 Pactiv unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pactiv habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pactiv.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pactiv does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pactiv only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pactiv for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pactiv
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pactiv, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pactiv
Consumption of alcohol and Pactiv together may have severe effects on your health.
Although it's believed that Pactiv 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.
Yes, you can take Pactiv with tramadol. The combination of Pactiv and tramadol are prescribed by doctors to relieve from severe to moderate pain. However, do not take it on your own.
Pactiv 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.
Yes, Pactiv 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.
If you are allergic to Pactiv then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience