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Composition FOR Metacin 150mg Injection

Paracetamol(150mg)

food interaction for Metacin Injection

alcohol interaction for Metacin Injection

pregnancy interaction for Metacin Injection

lactation interaction for Metacin Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metacin 150mg Injection.
UNSAFE
Metacin 150mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metacin 150mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Metacin 150mg Injection

Paracetamol(150mg)

Metacin injection uses

{med_name} is used for pain relief and fever. It is used for short-term treatment of moderate pain, especially following surgery and for the short-term treatment of fever.

How metacin injection works

Metacin 150mg Injection is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

Common side effects of metacin injection

Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Constipation, Itching, Anxiety, Stomach pain, Nausea, Vomiting

SUBSTITUTES FOR Metacin Injection

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Expert advice FOR Metacin Injection

  • Paracetamol helps in relieving moderate pain and fever for the short-term, especially following surgery.
  • Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol.
  • Inform your doctor if you suffer from liver disease, severe kidney disease, or alcohol abuse.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as feeling or being sick, weight loss, pale skin (pallor), or abdominal pain within the first 24 hours as it indicates an overdose.
     
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Frequently asked questions FOR Metacin 150mg Injection

Paracetamol

Q. How is Metacin 150mg Injection administered?
Metacin 150mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only. It should not be self-administered. The dose of the medicine will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Metacin 150mg Injection.
Q. What if I vomit after taking Metacin 150mg Injection?
If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Metacin 150mg Injection tablets or syrup, retake the same dose again. If you vomit after 30 minutes of a dose, you do not need to take another one until the next standard dose.
Q. What are the serious side effects of taking an excess of the Metacin 150mg Injection?
Overdose of Metacin 150mg Injectione may cause severe life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and even coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and general tiredness. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency in case of a suspected overdose.
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Q. When will I feel better after taking the Metacin 150mg Injection?
Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Metacin 150mg Injection.
Q. Is Metacin 150mg Injection an antibiotic?
No, Metacin 150mg Injection is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.
Q. Is Metacin 150mg Injection safe for children?
Metacin 150mg Injection is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.
Q. Can I take Metacin 150mg Injection and ibuprofen together?
Ibuprofen and Metacin 150mg Injection are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. Does Metacin 150mg Injection make babies sleepy?
No, Metacin 150mg Injection does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)