Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Caffeine (50mg) + Paracetamol (0mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of headache. It helps relieve headache by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that causes headache. Your doctor will advise how much Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet you need to take. It can be taken with or without food. You should take the medicine regularly while you do need it and try not to miss doses as it will become less effective. It should be used with caution in people who have any problems with their heart, kidneys, or liver. Using this medicine may cause sleep problems (insomnia), nervousness, irritation, or restlessness. If you experience any of such side effects that do not go away or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms. Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other illnesses or disorders. It may also affect or be affected by some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Do not consume alcohol when on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive sleepiness. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Caffeine and Paracetamol. Caffeine narrows the blood vessels in the brain to reduce headache. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain. Together, they relieve headache effectively.
Why is caffeine often combined with paracetamol?
Caffeine is often combined with paracetamol because it enhances the effectiveness of paracetamol.
What should I do if I overdose on Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet?
Contact your doctor immediately, even if you feel well, as an overdose of Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet can cause serious liver damage. Symptoms of liver damage may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, and yellow skin or eyes.
What is the recommended dose of Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet?
The recommended doses for adults and children are different. Adults should take 1-2 tablets every 4 hours, not exceeding 8 tablets a day. Children should be given 1 tablet every 4 hours, not exceeding 4 tablets a day.
Can I take Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet for headache every day?
Avoid using Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet for more than 2-3 days per week for headache, as its overuse can lead to the occurrence of a medicine-overuse headache.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine, ensuring it is not consumed by pets, children, or other people.
Can the use of Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet cause damage to the liver?
Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet contains paracetamol, which can cause harm to the liver in high doses. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage, including fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes, and abnormal liver enzymes.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
- Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet is used to get relief from headache.
- You can take a dose of Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet every 4-6 hours if needed up to four times a day. Remember to leave at least four hours between doses and do not take more than four doses in any 24-hour period.
- Taking too much of this medicine can cause damage to your liver because of the presence of paracetamol in it.
- Managing your stress levels well and taking 6-7 hours of sleep at night can help prevent a headache.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Parcaff 50mg/500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.