Description
Parawel 125 MG Suspension is used to temporarily relieve fever and mild to moderate pain such as muscle ache, headache, toothache, and backache. This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Parawel 125 MG Suspension
Dolo 125 MG Suspension
Micro Labs Ltd.
Dolopar 125 MG Suspension
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Orangemol 125 MG Suspension
Panacea Biotec Ltd.
Pacimol 125 MG Suspension
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Sumo L 125 MG Suspension
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Parawel 125 MG Suspension
- Nausea or Vomiting
- Allergic skin reaction
- Gastric / Mouth Ulcer
- Bloody and cloudy urine
- Anemia
- Fatigue
Uses of Parawel 125 MG Suspension
What is it prescribed for?
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle Pain
- Post Immunization Pyrexia
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 hour of oral administration. For fever reduction, the time taken is about 30 minutes.
- Duration of effectThe effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4-6 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious side effects such as severe gastrointestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, rashes, nausea, joint pain, fever, jaundice, etc.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. This medicine is not known to cause any harm to the fetus, but should only be used after consultation with your doctor.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is safe to use during breastfeeding. However, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, monitoring of the infant for any undesired side effects such as skin rashes or diarrhea is advised.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to paracetamol or any other components present along with it.
Analgesic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from kidney diseases associated with the excessive use of painkillers due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. This medicine is not known to cause any harm to the fetus, but should only be used after consultation with your doctor.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is safe to use during breastfeeding. However, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, monitoring of the infant for any undesired side effects such as skin rashes or diarrhea is advised.
General warnings
Overdose
Read the label carefully before consuming this medicine to avoid overdosage. An overdose of this medicine may cause liver damage. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of this medicine is suspected.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Chronic Malnutrition
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from malnourishment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Missed Dose
Since paracetamol is administered as an when required, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low. If you are on a scheduled dosing regimen of this medicine, the missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious side effects such as severe gastrointestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, rashes, nausea, joint pain, fever, jaundice, etc.
Interaction with Medicine
Carbamazepine
Phenytoin
Sodium Nitrite
Leflunomide
Prilocaine
Disease interactions
Alcoholism
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with chronic alcohol use due to the increased risk of serious liver injuries. Close monitoring of liver function is recommended for such patients. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver function impairment or active liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Report any symptoms such as nausea, fever, rashes, dark urine, etc. to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
5-HIAA Urine Test
You may get a false-positive result for this test while taking this medicine. It is advised that you inform the doctor and lab technician about the consumption of this medicine before the test is performed.
Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. You may take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Usage should never exceed 5 doses per day for children and 4 grams per day for adults.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine increases the pain threshold and decreases swelling. It also brings down elevated body temperature by acting on heat regulatory centers in the brain.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Miscellaneous analgesics
Schedule
OTC
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