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Bestogesic Plus Suspension

Manufactured byBESTOCHEM FORMULATIONS (INDIA) LTD
ContainsMefenamic acid (50 mg) + Paracetamol (125 mg)
Description
Bestogesic Plus Suspension is a combination medicine that consists of Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol. It is used to reduce fever, swelling and pain in children above 6 months of age. It decreases the intensity of pain signals to the brain and also prevents the release of substances called prostaglandins, that increase pain and body temperature. Bestogesic Plus Suspension rarely causes side effects. If you give an overdose of this medicine to your child, side effects like diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and sweating may be seen. These side effects are temporary and resolve with time. Consult your doctor if the symptoms become severe. Bestogesic Plus Suspension should be used as prescribed by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before using and avoid giving additional doses for quick relief. It should be given after food as this reduces the likelihood of stomach pain. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medication, you may repeat the dose. Bestogesic Plus Suspension may not be suitable for all children. Inform your doctor if your child has any medical conditions of the heart, kidney, liver or bleeding troubles. This will help your doctor in adjusting the dose and planning the overall treatment.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Bestogesic Plus Suspension

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Allergic skin reaction
  • Mouth sores
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears
  • Blurred vision
  • Shortness of breath
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Yellow eyes or skin
  • Excessive tiredness

Uses of Bestogesic Plus Suspension

What is it prescribed for?

  • Fever
  • Mild to Moderate pain
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Bestogesic Plus Suspension provides relief from pain and fever within 30-60 minutes.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Bestogesic Plus Suspension lasts for an average duration of 12 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 tendencies were reported for Bestogesic Plus Suspension.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Bestogesic Plus Suspension is only recommended for use in children.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Bestogesic Plus Suspension is only recommended for use in children.

Allergy

Avoid using Bestogesic Plus Suspension if your child has a history of allergy to this medication. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms like a skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., in your child.

Severe kidney disease

If your child has any kidney problems, avoid using Bestogesic Plus Suspension. This medicine is excreted through urine. Using it while your child has pre-existing kidney problems will worsen the condition.

Severe liver disease

If your child has liver disease, avoid using Bestogesic Plus Suspension. Large doses of this medicine may damage the liver further and worsen the condition of your child.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Bestogesic Plus Suspension is only recommended for use in children.

Breast-feeding

Bestogesic Plus Suspension is only recommended for use in children.
General warnings

Chronic malnutrition

Malnutrition is a condition in which your child is unable to get enough nutrients. Malnutrition can increase the risk of Bestogesic Plus Suspension toxicity. Therefore, the dose of this medication may be adjusted by your doctor depending on your child's body weight.

Effect on heart

Prolonged use of Bestogesic Plus Suspension may cause fluid retention and heart failure. Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Your doctor will suggest tests to monitor your child’s kidney and heart functions.

Overdose and/or excessive use

Using Bestogesic Plus Suspension in large doses or for a prolonged period of time may result in liver damage. Use this medicine only in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. If an overdose is suspected, seek emergency medical attention.

Missed Dose

If you forget to give a dose of Bestogesic Plus Suspension to your child, give it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Overdose of this medicine may cause allergic reactions. Never give more than the prescribed dose of Bestogesic Plus Suspension. Reach the nearest emergency medical department or contact your doctor immediately, if you suspect that you might have given an overdose to your child.
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

Methotrexate

Phenytoin

Warfarin

Sodium Nitrite

Leflunomide

Prilocaine

Aspirin

Disease interactions

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the airways. It causes wheezing making it hard to breathe. Bestogesic Plus Suspension may increase the asthmatic episodes in your child. Hence, inform your doctor about the condition so that the dose may be adjusted accordingly.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions

5-HIAA Urine Test

Bestogesic Plus Suspension can interfere with this urine hormonal test and may give a false-positive result. Before any lab test, it is important to inform your doctor and lab technician about all of your child's current medications.
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.
Give Bestogesic Plus Suspension orally as prescribed by your doctor. Never give more than the prescribed dose. Do not use this medicine for more than 7 days at a time. Give this medicine at the same time every day. Do not stop giving this medicine without consulting your doctor. Keep a record of your child's temperature. If you do not see any improvement, inform your doctor. Give your child a balanced diet and plenty of water. Make sure your child takes adequate rest. If your child experiences any allergic side effects, inform your doctor immediately.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Bestogesic Plus Suspension is a combination of Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol. It decreases the severity of pain by blocking the signals to the brain. It also stops the release of chemicals called prostaglandins, that increase pain, and body temperature. Thus, this medicine lowers the fever and aches and provides relief to your child.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Miscellaneous analgesics

Schedule

Schedule H

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