Paracetamol Oral Suspension

Paracetamol Oral Suspension comes with the brand name “COROVA” and belongs to the group of medicines called analgesics (pain killers), and antipyretics (fever-reducing agents) used to reduce fever and treat mild to moderate pain. Also, it is used to relieve headaches, migraine, toothache, period pain, back pain, muscle pain and rheumatic pains. Pain and fever are caused by the activation of pain receptors due to the release of certain natural chemicals in the body like prostaglandin.

Paracetamol Oral Suspension works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins. Thus, reduces pain. Also, this suspension affects an area of the brain that regulates body temperature known as the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre. Thereby, it reduces fever.

Medical Benefits

• This suspension contains Paracetamol, an analgesic (pain killer) and antipyretic (reduces fever).
• It inhibits the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins. Thus, reduces pain.
• Also, it affects an area of the brain that regulates body temperature known as the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre. Thereby, it reduces fever.

Directions For Use

• Shake the bottle well before use.
• Take Paracetamol Oral Suspension with the help of a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.
• Check the label for directions and take it with or without food in doses as prescribed by the doctor with the help of a measuring cup.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it away from sunlight.
• Keep out of the reach of children.

Precautions

• It may interact with blood thinners (warfarin), cholesterol-lowering drugs (cholestyramine), analgesics (aspirin), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, rifampicin), anti-gout medicines (probenecid), antitubercular drugs (isoniazid), etc.
• Avoid intake of alcohol with Paracetamol Oral Suspension as it may increase the risk of liver damage.
• Paracetamol may be excreted in small amounts in breast milk. Therefore, please consult a physician before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
• If you have an impaired nutritional state caused by anorexia (eating disorder), wrong nutrition or alcohol abuse or if you are dehydrated, inform your doctor before taking it.

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Dark coloured urine

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take this suspension with Warfarin?

You are not recommended to take it with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, if you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your physician so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.

Does this suspension affect laboratory tests?

It may affect how certain tests work such as blood sugar tests and uric acid tests. Therefore, if you are about to undergo a blood test or any laboratory tests, inform your physician or lab technician that you are taking this medicine.

Can I take this composition with other paracetamol-containing products?

You are not recommended to take it with other paracetamol-containing products as it may cause a paracetamol overdose.

What happens if I take more than the recommended dose of this suspension?

If you take more than the suggested doses of this medicine, it may cause an overdose and lead to serious liver damage. The symptoms of overdose include vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, paleness and nausea. However, if you notice any of these symptoms while taking it, please consult a doctor immediately.