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Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet

Manufacturer
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Composition
Paracetamol (500 mg) + Nimesulide (100 mg)
Prescription
Required

Description

Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is a painkiller medicine that consists of Paracetamol and Nimesulide. It is used in the treatment of pain and fever. It is also used to provide relief from headaches, toothaches, sprains, and strains. It works by blocking pain signals to the brain and preventing the release of prostaglandins -chemical substances in the body that cause pain, swelling and fever. Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid doing activities like driving vehicles and operating machines after taking this medicine as it can make you dizzy. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it. Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet can be taken with or without food or as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medicine at the same time every day so that a constant level of medicine can be maintained in your body. Complete the whole treatment with this medicine for better results. Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended for children less than 12 years of age. Inform your doctor of all your current medicines and conditions like liver or kidney problems if any. Your dose can be adjusted in such cases to avoid side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Fever and Pain

    A fever is a temporary increase in your body temperature, often due to an illness. Having a fever, accompanied by pain is a sign that something out of the ordinary is going on in your body. Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is used to provide temporary relief from fever and mild body pain without treating the underlying cause.

  • Primary Dysmenorrhea

    Primary dysmenorrhea is the cramping pain that occurs before or during menstruation. This happens due to the contraction of muscles and blood vessels of the uterus. Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is used to relieve the pain associated with menstruation.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Allergic skin reaction
  • Gastric ulcer
  • Bloody and cloudy urinerare
  • Anaemiarare
  • Fatigue
  • Stomach discomfort and cramps
  • Dizziness
  • Heartburn
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet

Onset of action

Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet provides relief from pain and cramps within 1 hour after taking it.

Duration of effect

The duration of action of Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is about 6 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

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Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet due to the increased risk of serious side effects such as dizziness, fatigue, weakness, nausea, etc.

Is it habit forming?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet.

Usage in pregnancy?

Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended to be taken in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you are breastfeeding as this medicine is passed into the breast milk. Consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits of this medicine before taking it.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet

  • Allergy

    Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, swelling and/or itching (especially in the face, lips, throat), breathing difficulty, etc.

  • Analgesic Nephropathy

    Analgesic nephropathy involves damage within the internal structures of your kidney caused by long-term use of analgesics (pain medicines). Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in such cases as it is also a painkiller that may further damage your kidneys.

  • Liver disease

    Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have liver problems as this medicine is broken down and absorbed in the liver. Therefore, if you taking large amounts of this medicine, can damage your liver.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Take the missed dose of Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcoholmajor

  • Description

    - N/A

  • Instructions

    - Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet due to the increased risk of serious side effects such as dizziness, fatigue, weakness, nausea, etc.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Liver disease

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    Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may cause liver damage. This medicine breaks down in the liver and is excreted through urine. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • 5-HIAA Urine Test

    moderate
    5-HIAA urine test measures the amount of serotonin (a key hormone that stabilizes your mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness) in your body. You may get a false-positive result for this test while taking Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet. Inform your doctor and lab technician about all your current medicines before undergoing any lab test.
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.

General Instructions

Take Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet with or without food. Drink plenty of water to avoid stomach irritation. Do not break, crush or chew the tablets. Do not take in larger doses than prescribed by your doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol with this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness. Keep this medicine away from children and pets. If your condition does not get better in one week or is associated with fever, rash, or breathing difficulty, consult your doctor.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended to be taken in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    - Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you are breastfeeding as this medicine is passed into the breast milk. Consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits of this medicine before taking it.

General warnings

  • Chronic malnutrition

    - Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have malnourishment. In such cases, the medicine is poorly absorbed, leading to the accumulation of unused medicine in your blood. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

  • Gastro-intestinal bleeding

    - Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet may cause severe gastrointestinal (stomach and intestines) bleeding and perforation (holes) after prolonged usage. This risk is especially higher if you are old or have a history of gastrointestinal problems. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

  • Heart disease

    - Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet should be used cautiously if you have heart or heart valve conditions as it may increase your blood pressure and affect other functions of your heart. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your heart functioning. Also, he may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

  • Use in elderly people

    - Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet should be used with caution in old people due to an increased risk of developing side effects. This age group also often have pre-existing conditions, increasing the risk of developing side effects.

  • Use in children

    - Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children under the age of 12 years as the safety and efficacy of this medicine has not been established for this age group.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

Biogesic-P (500/100 mg) Tablet is composed of paracetamol and nimesulide. Paracetamol increases the pain threshold and decreases swelling. It also brings down elevated body temperature by acting on heat regulatory centres in the brain. Nimesulide blocks the action of certain natural substances that are responsible for causing pain and inflammation.

Legal Status

Approved
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown

Classification

Category
Analgesic combinations, Analgesic antipyretic combinations
Schedule
Schedule H

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