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Pirojet 150 MG Injection

Manufactured byTablets India Ltd.
ContainsParacetamol
Description
Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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. Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection if you are allergic to it. Pirojet 150 MG Injection is usually administered to the vein in the clinic or hospital by your doctor. Pirojet 150 MG Injection is very safe to use within the recommended dosage and overdose may lead to liver damage. When Pirojet 150 MG Injection is used along with anti-seizure medications, anaesthetics, and barbiturates, it can cause liver problems. Hence, inform your doctor about your current medication. Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pirojet 150 MG Injection

  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Bloody and cloudy urine
  • Dizziness
  • Sleeplessness
  • Constipation
  • Skin rash
  • Pain at the injection site

Uses of Pirojet 150 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Fever
  • Moderate to severe pain
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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?
    Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection. 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

Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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

Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection toxicity. Dose adjustment will be done by your doctor based on your body weight.

Missed Dose

Since Pirojet 150 MG Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection. 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.
Pirojet 150 MG Injection acts as antipyretic and painkiller medicine. It should be administered to the vein by your doctor in the clinical or hospital setting. Pirojet 150 MG Injection provides fast relief from pain and fever. Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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 Pirojet 150 MG Injection. 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
Pirojet 150 MG Injection 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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