Calpol 500 MG Tablet

Manufacturer: Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine composition: Paracetamol
Prescription: not required

Description:

Calpol 500 MG Tablet, classified as a mild analgesic, is used to treat fever and is the most commonly used pain reliever. It is used to relieve pain in case of a backache, a headache, arthritis and a toothache. It reduces pain in the body caused due to fever. It is often given to patients who suffer from cancer or have undergone surgery, to help them cope up with the pain. Calpol 500 MG Tablet is normally administered orally or rectally, it is also available for intravenous administration.

Calpol 500 MG Tablet does not have any serious side effects. It is safe to use this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, in rare cases skin rashes may occur accompanied by nausea, stomach pain, and loss of appetite. You should stop using Calpol 500 MG Tablet if you experience an allergic reaction to it or notice any other serious symptoms like dark urine, clay-colored stools or jaundice. Overdosing may result in liver failure.

You should not take Calpol 500 MG Tablet if –

• You are allergic to Calpol 500 MG Tablet
• You are suffering from a serious liver disorder.
• You normally consume more than 3 alcohol beverages per day or have a history of alcoholism.

There are several drugs that may interact with Calpol 500 MG Tablet. Inform your doctor about all the other medications that you take including vitamins, minerals, prescribed drugs, over the counter drugs and herbal products. For adults Calpol 500 MG Tablet the general dose for fever and pain is 325-650 mg tablets once in every 4 to 6 hours or 1000mg tablets once in every 6 to 8 hours. It is advised to be guided by the doctor’s prescription and never to exceed the prescribed dosage.

Uses:

•  fever

Calpol 500 MG Tablet is used to provide temporary relief from fever without treating the underlying cause.

•  headache

Calpol 500 MG Tablet is used to relieve acute headaches including migraine.

•  Muscle Pain

Calpol 500 MG Tablet is used to relieve mild to moderate pain in the muscles.

•  Menstrual Cramps

Calpol 500 MG Tablet is used to relieve pain and cramping associated with menstrual cycle in women.

•  Post Immunization Pyrexia

Calpol 500 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of pain and fever that sets in after one has taken vaccinations.

•  Arthritis

Calpol 500 MG Tablet is used to relieve joint pain including mild to moderate pain in arthritis.

Side Effects:

In addition to its intended effect, Calpol 500 MG Tablet may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

•  Nausea or Vomiting- Moderate Less Common

Calpol 500 MG Tablet can cause nausea and vomiting along with other symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhoea, dry mouth etc.

•  fever- Moderate Less Common

Calpol 500 MG Tablet can cause low to moderate fever with or without chills.

•  Allergic skin reaction- Moderate Less Common

Calpol 500 MG Tablet can cause red spots on skin, rashes, hives and itching.

•  Gastric / Mouth Ulcer- Moderate Less Common

Calpol 500 MG Tablet can cause discolouration of urine along with sudden decrease in amount.

•  anemia- Moderate Less Common

Calpol 500 MG Tablet can cause anemia like symptoms in some patients.

•  Fatigue- Moderate Less Common

Calpol 500 MG Tablet can cause tiredness and weakness with pain and twitching of the muscle.

•  Stevens-Johnson Syndrome- Moderate Less Common

Calpol 500 MG Tablet can cause this rare but potentially fatal allergic reaction of the skin that requires immediate treatment.