Paracip 500 Tablet
10 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹9.65
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CIPLA HEALTH LIMITED
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Paracetamol / Acetaminophen(500.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Fever and pain |
| Therapy | Analgesic/antipyretic |
| Side effects | Skin rash or itching |
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Medical Description
Paracip 500 Tablet is a widely used medicine for the treatment of fever and relief from mild to moderate pain. It contains paracetamol (acetaminophen) as its active ingredient, which works by reducing the production of prostaglandins, the chemicals responsible for causing pain, fever, and inflammation in the body. This helps lower the temperature and provides quick relief from common discomforts, such as headaches, migraines, toothaches, muscle aches, and menstrual cramps.
The dosage of Paracip 500 depends on your age, health condition, and the severity of symptoms. Generally, it should be taken every 4 to 6 hours if needed, but no more than 4 tablets per day. Always swallow the tablet with a glass of water, whether or not it is taken with food. Overdosing on paracetamol can cause serious liver damage, so it is important to strictly follow your doctor’s prescription or the instructions on the label.
Paracip 500 is meant for short-term use and should be discontinued once your pain or fever subsides. Do not combine it with other medicines containing paracetamol, as this increases the risk of overdose. If your symptoms do not improve even after a few days of use, consult your doctor for further evaluation.
Some commonly available alternatives to Paracetamol 500 that also contain paracetamol as their active ingredient include Dolo 500mg tablet, Crocin Advanced 500mg tablet, Calpol 500mg tablet, Pyrigesic 500mg tablet, and Panadol tablet. These work in a similar way to relieve fever and pain.
While Paracip 500 is generally considered safe and well-tolerated, mild side effects like nausea, stomach upset, or skin rashes may occur in some individuals. If you experience persistent side effects or allergic reactions such as swelling, itching, or difficulty in breathing, seek medical attention immediately. For optimal results, pair the medicine with adequate rest, hydration, and a balanced diet to support a faster recovery.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to paracetamol or any of the ingredients of Paracip 500 tablet.
- If you are taking any other product that contains paracetamol.
Side effects
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have severe liver or kidney disease.
- You are an alcoholic or are suffering from chronic malnutrition.
- You are suffering from any infection.
- You are taking other medicines containing paracetamol along with the Paracip 500, taking too much paracetamol can cause liver damage.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
- Store Paracip 500 mg tablets in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Quick Tips
- Paracip 500 mg tablets is a fever and pain-reducing medicine used for pains like toothaches, headaches, migraines, muscular aches, osteoarthritis, period pain, sore throat, vaccination pain, nerve pain, tooth extraction pain, toothache, ear pain, cold and flu.
- Take this medicine at the exact recommended dose. Do not exceed the stated dose. Taking more than a daily dose may cause serious liver problems or allergic reactions.
- Keep a gap of at least 4 hours between one dose and the next. Do not take more than four doses in any 24 hours.
- This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years of age.
- If used in the correct dosage, Paracip tablets seldom have any side effects. You could, however, sometimes get a skin rash, stomach pain, irritation, blisters or an allergic response. If you experience any such reaction, talk to your doctor.
- Do not take any other paracetamol-containing products while taking Paracip tablets.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Also, inform me if you have liver disorders.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Be cautious if you are taking Paracip 500 tablets along with medicines such as metoclopramide or domperidone used to treat nausea or vomiting, a blood thinner such as warfarin and an antibiotic such as chloramphenicol.
- Cholesterol-lowering medicines like colestyramine should be taken with a minimum gap of 2 hours.
- You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction with Paracip 500 tablet.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:PARACIP
Manufacturer Name:CIPLA HEALTH LIMITED
Address:Hsn Inteational, Plot No.: 54-55, Sector-6A, Sidcul, Haridwar (Uttarakhand) 249 403.
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Paracip 500 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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