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Macfast 100 MG Infusion

Manufactured byMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsParacetamol
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Macfast 100 MG Infusion is an antipyretic medicine that contains paracetamol as an active ingredient. It is used as first-line therapy for the treatment of fever and pain. It provides fast and effective relief from moderate to severe pain associated with/without fever. It decreases the intensity of pain signals to the brain and also prevents the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) in the brain that causes pain and fever. Macfast 100 MG Infusion shows some side effects like pain at the injection site, weakness, and headache. The side effects of this injection are rare, but contact your doctor if any of these symptoms persist for a long time. Avoid receiving Macfast 100 MG Infusion if you are allergic to it. Macfast 100 MG Infusion is usually administered to the vein in the clinic or hospital by your doctor. Macfast 100 MG Infusion is very safe to use within the recommended dosage and overdose may lead to liver damage. When Macfast 100 MG Infusion is used along with anti-seizure medications, anaesthetics, and barbiturates, it can cause liver problems. Hence, inform your doctor about your current medication. Macfast 100 MG Infusion should be used under your doctor's supervision only if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor about any medical conditions that you have before taking this injection. Avoid consuming alcohol while receiving this injection as it may worsen your health condition.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Macfast 100 MG Infusion

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Macfast 100 MG Infusion

Nausea or Vomiting

Weakness

Bloody and cloudy urine

Dizziness

Sleeplessness

Constipation

Skin rash

Pain at the injection site

Uses of Macfast 100 MG Infusion

What is it prescribed for?

Fever

Fever is a temporary increase in your average body temperature of 98.6°F. Macfast 100 MG Infusion is used to decrease elevated body temperature (fever). A fever can be a sign of several health conditions. This medicine provides temporary relief from fever without treating the underlying cause.

Moderate to severe pain

Pain is an unpleasant feeling that can appear only under some health conditions. It is a sign indicating that something is wrong with your body. It may occur in one area or your entire body. Sometimes the pain is easy to be managed doing home remedies, whereas some require medications. Macfast 100 MG Infusion is used to treat moderate to severe pain associated with headaches, backaches, menstrual pain, musculoskeletal pain etc., with/without fever.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    Macfast 100 MG Infusion provides fast and effective relief from pain and fever within 1 hour of administration.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effects of Macfast 100 MG Infusion lasts for about 4-6 hours.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported for Macfast 100 MG Infusion.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Macfast 100 MG Infusion is the safest first-line treatment in pregnant women with pain or fever. Studies have shown low or no risk to the developing foetus.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Macfast 100 MG Infusion is the best choice of painkillers during breastfeeding. It appears in breast milk in very small amounts which are not known to harm your baby.

Allergy

Do not receive Macfast 100 MG Infusion if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if there is a history of Paracetamol allergy. Contact your doctor and seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling, dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Kidney diseases

Long term use of some painkillers at higher doses may harm normal kidney function. Even though Macfast 100 MG Infusion is the safest painkiller available for use, it is not recommended for use if you have any active or severe kidney problem associated with the excessive use of painkillers. Hence, ask your doctor how the Macfast 100 MG Infusion may affect your kidneys or react with other medicines you are taking to treat pain and fever.

Severe liver impairment

People with liver problems need special consideration while receiving Macfast 100 MG Infusion. This medicine gets broken down and absorbed in the liver. Therefore, if you receive large amounts of this medicine, it can damage your liver. Therefore, avoid using this medicine if you have any active liver problems as it can further increase the risk of liver damage.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Macfast 100 MG Infusion is the safest first-line treatment in pregnant women with pain or fever. Studies have shown low or no risk to the developing foetus.

Breast-feeding

Macfast 100 MG Infusion is the best choice of painkillers during breastfeeding. It appears in breast milk in very small amounts which are not known to harm your baby.

General warnings

Liver disease

Avoid taking Macfast 100 MG Infusion if you have active or severe liver problems as it may worsen your condition and lead to liver failure.

Chronic malnutrition

Malnutrition and fasting can increase the risk of Macfast 100 MG Infusion toxicity. Dose adjustment will be done by your doctor based on your body weight.

Missed Dose

Since Macfast 100 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Macfast 100 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the chances of an overdose are very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Sodium Nitrite

Leflunomide

Prilocaine

Naltrexone

Disease interactions

Liver disease

If you have any liver problems, inform your doctor before receiving Macfast 100 MG Infusion. The conversion of paracetamol to its active form happens in the liver. Overdose can produce more active forms and leads to liver damage.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Macfast 100 MG Infusion acts as antipyretic and painkiller medicine. It should be administered to the vein by your doctor in the clinical or hospital setting. Macfast 100 MG Infusion provides fast relief from pain and fever. Macfast 100 MG Infusion dose for children and adults will be determined by your doctor based on age and body weight. Inform your doctor about any liver or kidney problems that you may have before receiving Macfast 100 MG Infusion. Alcohol consumption may worsen your health while using this medicine. Hence avoid taking alcohol. Your doctor may advise a blood test to check the liver and kidney functioning.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Macfast 100 MG Infusion works by blocking pain signals to the brain. It also stops the release of chemicals (prostaglandins) that increase pain and body temperature. Thus, this medicine provides relief from your pains and fever and makes you feel better.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Analgesics/Antipyretic

Schedule

Schedule H

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