Pyrigesic is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension,Gel,Drops,Syrup,Tablet,Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. The alternative uses of Pyrigesic have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Pyrigesic 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Pyrigesic side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Pyrigesic 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.
In addition, Pyrigesic's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pyrigesic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Pyrigesic 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 contraindications of Pyrigesic have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Pyrigesic may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Pyrigesic is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Pyrigesic 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pyrigesic is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pyrigesic safe for pregnant women?
Pyrigesic is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Pyrigesic safe during breastfeeding?
Pyrigesic is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Pyrigesic on the Kidneys?
Pyrigesic rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pyrigesic on the Liver?
Pyrigesic can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Pyrigesic on the Heart?
Pyrigesic is rarely harmful for the heart.
Pyrigesic 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 Pyrigesic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pyrigesic habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pyrigesic is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pyrigesic does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pyrigesic only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pyrigesic in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pyrigesic
There is no information on the effects of taking Pyrigesic with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pyrigesic
Consuming Pyrigesic with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, you can use Pyrigesic in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than Pyrigesic. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.
Yes, Pyrigesic 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.
Pyrigesic is primarily used to reduce pain and fever. It can a for other conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, backache, toothaches, and colds.
No, Pyrigesic 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.
Yes, you can take Pyrigesic with tramadol. The combination of Pyrigesic and tramadol are prescribed by doctors to relieve from severe to moderate pain. However, do not take it on your own.
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)
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