P 500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
By APEX LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED
15 Tablet(s) in Strip
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P 500 500 MG Description
P 500 tablet is a medicinal tablet that is classified as an analgesic (painkillers) and an antipyretic (reduce fever). The active ingredient is paracetamol also known as acetaminophen. Do not take th
is medicine if you have severe kidney or liver disease. This medicine is safe to be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding but it is advised that you should consult your doctor before use. P 500 tablet must not be used for more than the recommended duration as it may have serious reactions like stomach and kidney disorders.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹13.91 |
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Contains | Paracetamol / Acetaminophen(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | To treat fever and pain |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, swelling,and itching |
Therapy | ANALGESIC/ANTIPYRETIC |
Check more medicines with composition as Paracetamol / Acetaminophen(500.0 Mg)
Uses of P 500 500 MG
P 500 tablet is used to treat symptoms including mild or moderate pain, cold, flu, fever, stomach ache, lower back pain, headache, toothache and migraine.
Contraindications of P 500 500 MG
- If you are allergic or hypersensitive to paracetamol or any of the constituents of P 500 tablet.
- If you are suffering from liver disease or kidney diseases.
- If you are taking any other medicine that contains paracetamol.
Side effects of P 500 500 MG
The chances of getting side effects with paracetamol are rare if taken in the recommended dose. In rare cases you may experience a skin rash, itching, blisters, allergic reaction and bruising.
Precautions and Warnings of P 500 500 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take a P 500 tablet during pregnancy?
A:
P 500 tablet is safe to be taken during pregnancy, it does not cause any harm to the developing foetus. Nonetheless, it is recommended that you check and consult with your doctor before its consumption.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take a P 500 tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Yes, you can take this medicine while breastfeeding as it is considered safe. Take the lowest dose possible or for the shortest time only on the recommendation of your doctor.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed a P 500 tablet?
A:
Yes, you can drive after taking this medicine as it does not interrupt your ability to drive or operate complex machinery. If this medicine makes you feel dizzy or nauseatic it is advised that you should avoid driving and take rest till you feel better.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with a P 500 tablet?
A:
Consumption of alcohol with P 500 tablet is likely to increase the risk of side-effects and also lead to liver damage.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are allergic to paracetamol/acetaminophen.
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are planning for surgery.
- You are suffering from severe liver disease.
- You are suffering from kidney disease.
- You have experienced chronic malnourishment.
- Do not exceed the recommended dosage as there may be serious or adverse reactions like kidney problems and stomach problems.
Mode of Action of P 500 500 MG
How Does It Work?
Paracetamol works by blocking some chemical substances called prostaglandins produced in the brain that informs our body about the experience of pain. It regulates the body temperature by acting on the area of the brain that controls the temperature....
Directions for Use of P 500 500 MG
Swallow (do not crush or chew) the tablet as a whole with plenty of water. Take the medicine as recommended by your doctor. Do not take the tablet if it has passed its expiry date.
Interactions of P 500 500 MG
Interactions with other medicines
Use P 500 tablet with caution if you are taking any blood-thinning medicines like warfarin as P 500 may increase the blood-thinning effect of this medicine and increase the risk of bleeding.
P 500 tablets should be taken with a minimum gap of 2 hours after taking Cholesterol-lowering medicines like cholestyramine as this medicine may interfere with the working of painkillers.
Concomitant use of medicines used to treat excessive stomach acid (Antacids) along with P 500 tablets should be avoided as it may interfere with the working of this medicine.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions....
Storage and disposal of P 500 500 MG
This medication should be stored in a safe place and away from moisture, at room temperature
Keep away from children and pets
Do not use the medicinal tablet after the expiry date with proper disposal
Dosage of P 500 500 MG
Overdose
Always seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose of this medicine. P 500 tablet overdose can cause severe liver damage. The symptoms of overdose include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating, weakness. More severe symptoms observed are irritability, fits, coma, bleeding and low blood sugar....
Missed a Dose
In case of a missed dose, you can take it as soon as you recall it. But do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one. A four-hour gap between doses should be maintained.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When should I be cautious while taking a P 500 tablet?
- Proper care and caution should be exercised while taking this medicine if you have liver or kidneys ailments, bleeding disorders and alcohol use/dependence.
Q: How long does P 500 tablet take to show its effect?
A: The action of this medicine lasts for up to about four hours. You should start feeling better or comfortable in an hour.
Q: What if paracetamol does not seem to work?
A: If paracetamol does not work, then the best thing to do is consult your doctor.
Q: What are the foods that should be avoided while taking this medicine?
A: You can eat normal food while taking the P 500 tablet.
Q: Is regular use of P 500 tablet dangerous?
A: Overdose is definitely dangerous. Using it daily could raise the risk of heart attacks, strokes, liver or kidney damage and early death.
Q: Is it possible to have a serious skin reaction with the P 500 tablet even if the user had never suffered any problems?
- Yes, a serious skin reaction can occur at any time irrespective of whether it has happened in the past or not.
Q: What is P 500 tablet used for?
- P 500 tablet is a medicine used to reduce fever and relieve pain. It is used to get relief from a headache, toothache, migraine, period pain and other painful conditions.
Q: Is P 500 An antibiotic?
- No, it is not an antibiotic medicine. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.
Q: What is the composition of P 500?
- The composition of P 500 consists of paracetamol as an active ingredient.
References
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- Increased risk of paracetamol-induced liver injury- NCBI C6 Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 2 May 2022]
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