Perfalgan 500mg Injection

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Composition FOR Perfalgan 500mg Injection

Paracetamol(500mg)

food interaction for Perfalgan Injection

alcohol interaction for Perfalgan Injection

pregnancy interaction for Perfalgan Injection

lactation interaction for Perfalgan Injection

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alcohol
pregnancy
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No interaction found/established
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Perfalgan 500mg Injection.
UNSAFE
Perfalgan 500mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Perfalgan 500mg 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 Perfalgan 500mg Injection

Paracetamol(500mg)

Perfalgan 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 perfalgan injection works

Perfalgan 500mg 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 perfalgan injection

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Perfalgan Injection

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Expert advice FOR Perfalgan 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 Perfalgan 500mg Injection

Paracetamol

Q. How is Perfalgan 500mg Injection administered?
Perfalgan 500mg 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 Perfalgan 500mg Injection.
Q. What if I vomit after taking Perfalgan 500mg Injection?
If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Perfalgan 500mg 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 Perfalgan 500mg Injection?
Overdose of Perfalgan 500mg 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 Perfalgan 500mg Injection?
Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Perfalgan 500mg Injection.
Q. Is Perfalgan 500mg Injection an antibiotic?
No, Perfalgan 500mg Injection is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.
Q. Is Perfalgan 500mg Injection safe for children?
Perfalgan 500mg Injection is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.
Q. Can I take Perfalgan 500mg Injection and ibuprofen together?
Ibuprofen and Perfalgan 500mg Injection are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. Does Perfalgan 500mg Injection make babies sleepy?
No, Perfalgan 500mg 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)