INTRODUCTION

PARAFAST INFUSION contains Paracetamol which belongs to the group of medicines called Analgesics and Antipyretics. It is used for short-term treatment of moderate pain (especially after surgery) and fever when administered by the intravenous route is clinically justified.

Before receiving PARAFAST INFUSION, inform your doctor if you have heart, lung, liver or kidney problems or if you suffer from alcoholism or alcohol abuse, malnourishment and severely low blood volume due to dehydration or blood loss.

PARAFAST INFUSION should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if clearly advised by the doctor. PARAFAST INFUSION should be used with caution in children and elderly patients.

The most common side effects of receiving PARAFAST INFUSION are nausea, vomiting, headache, sleep problems and itching. Inform your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

USES OF PARAFAST INFUSION

• For short-term treatment of moderate pain (especially after surgery) and fever

HOW PARAFAST INFUSION WORKS

GBNKEYWORD] relieves pain by increasing the pain threshold by inhibiting certain enzymes (COX-1 and COX-2) involved in the synthesis of chemicals responsible for inducing pain (prostaglandins). It reduces fever by directly acting on heat-regulating centers in the brain, resulting in vessel relaxation, sweating and loss of body heat.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

PARAFAST INFUSION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein as an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you based upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF PARAFAST INFUSION

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea or vomiting:

Stick to simple meals while receiving this medicine. Avoid eating oily rich, fried or spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Inform your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Constipation:

Try to eat more high-fibre foods such as fresh fruit, vegetables, cereals and drink plenty of water. If this does not help, inform your doctor to receive alternate treatment for constipation.

Headache:

Drink ample amount of water and avoid skipping meals. Get adequate rest. Try to be relaxed and stress-free. Apply pain relieving balm on your forehead if necessary. Inform your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before receiving PARAFAST INFUSION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• other medicines containing paracetamol or propacetamol
• probenecid (used to treat gout)
• medicines used for blood thinning (Ex. warfarin)

Overdosage:

PARAFAST INFUSION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, anorexia (eating disorder), paleness, stomach pain and a risk of liver injury.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 25°C

FAQs ABOUT PARAFAST INFUSION

What is PARAFAST INFUSION used for?

PARAFAST INFUSION is used for short-term treatment of moderate pain (especially after surgery) and fever and when administered by the intravenous route is clinically justified. Consult your doctor for advice before administration of PARAFAST INFUSION.

What should I tell my doctor before receiving PARAFAST INFUSION?

Patients receiving PARAFAST INFUSION must inform their doctor about pre-existing conditions like heart, lung, liver or kidney problems, alcoholism, malnourishment or dehydration. Patients should also inform the doctor if they are pregnant, breastfeeding or allergic to anything. Inform your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Can PARAFAST INFUSION be used during pregnancy?

PARAFAST INFUSION should be used with caution in pregnant women only if clearly advised by the doctor. Your doctor may use the lowest possible dose to reduce the pain and fever only for a shorter duration in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving PARAFAST INFUSION.

How does PARAFAST INFUSION work?

PARAFAST INFUSION relieves pain by increasing the pain threshold by inhibiting certain enzymes (COX-1 and COX-2) involved in the synthesis of chemicals responsible for inducing pain (prostaglandins). It reduces fever by directly acting on heat-regulating centers in the brain, resulting in vessel relaxation, sweating and loss of body heat.

Is PARAFAST INFUSION safe to use in patients with liver disease?

PARAFAST INFUSION is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease. It should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Your doctor may monitor your liver function test before and during treatment with this medicine to prevent the risk of liver damage. Consult your doctor before receiving PARAFAST INFUSION.

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USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

• Complete blood count
• Liver function test