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Introduction About CAFIPAR TABLET
CAFIPAR TABLET is a combination of Caffeine and Paracetamol, which belongs to the group of medicines called CNS stimulants, Analgesics, and Antipyretics respectively. It is effective in providing pain relief and in reducing fever.
It is used to manage headache, muscle pain, back pain, joint pain, nerve pain, period pain, tooth pain, and any other conditions that involve minor aches and pains for a temporary period. It can also be used to manage the symptoms of the common cold, fever, and sore throat.
CAFIPAR TABLET is suitable for use both in adults and in children (aged 12 years or above). Before taking CAFIPAR TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney, or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have asthma, high blood pressure, anxiety, gout, or alcoholism as a precaution.
Do not take CAFIPAR TABLET without consulting your doctor if you have ulcers in the stomach or intestines, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. CAFIPAR TABLET is generally safe and well tolerated. However, it may cause gastric irritation in some patients when used continuously for a certain period. Consult your doctor if it troubles you.
Uses Of CAFIPAR TABLET
It is used to manage:
- Headache
- Muscle pain, back pain, joint pain
- Toothache
- Menstrual pain (period pain)
- Nerve pain
- Fever, common cold, sore throat
How CAFIPAR TABLET Works
CAFIPAR TABLET contains two medicines, namely paracetamol and caffeine. Paracetamol is a pain-relieving medicine with fever-reducing properties. It reduces fever and pain sensations by blocking the release of certain chemicals within the body (such as prostaglandins) that cause fever, pain, inflammation, and swelling.
Caffeine is a brain stimulant. It reduces pain sensation by interfering with the pain signals traveling between the damaged nerves and the brain. It also improves the pain-relieving actions of paracetamol and reduces tiredness and boredom among the affected patients.
How to use CAFIPAR TABLET
Take CAFIPAR TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Side Effects Of CAFIPAR TABLET
Common
- nausea, vomiting
- gastric irritation, stomach pain
- lack of sleep
Stop taking this medicine and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following serious side effects:
- skin redness, peeling, and blistering of the skin
- signs of severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
- low platelet count that makes you bleed or bruise easily
- low WBC count that increases infections
- difficulty in sleeping, shakiness, dizziness, nervousness, restlessness, feeling anxious or irritated, headache, ringing in the ears, fast or irregular heartbeat, fast breathing, increased urge to pee, stomach upset
- signs of severe liver damage (such as nausea, vomiting, upper stomach pain, pale stools, yellowing of skin, and whites of the eye)
How To Manage Side Effects
Insomnia
Try to maintain the same schedule for sleeping and waking, even on weekends. Create a bedtime routine that helps you relax. Limit coffee and tea consumption. Dim the lights and keep away the electronic devices an hour before bedtime. Get some sunlight and physical activity every day. Avoid sleeping during the day.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take CAFIPAR TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if your nausea and vomiting worsen.
Stomach Discomfort
Avoid spicy foods. Stick to simple meals. Drink plenty of water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated. Consult your doctor if the gastric irritation worsens.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
ContraindicatedCAFIPAR TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Breastfeeding
ContraindicatedCAFIPAR TABLET is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if your ability is affected by CAFIPAR TABLET.
Alcohol
Consult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking CAFIPAR TABLET.
Kidney
Use with CautionCAFIPAR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Liver
Use with CautionCAFIPAR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases (including alcoholic liver diseases). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Allergy
ContraindicatedDo not take CAFIPAR TABLET if you are allergic to caffeine or paracetamol.
Lungs
Use with CautionCAFIPAR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with asthma. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Heart Disease
ContraindicatedCAFIPAR TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with high blood pressure or an irregular heartbeat. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Use In Pediatrics
Consult your doctorCAFIPAR TABLET is not recommended for use in children (aged below 12 years). It can be used in children (aged 12 years or older). However, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with CautionCAFIPAR TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Not more than 4 doses must be taken within 24 hours. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.
Others
CAFIPAR TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- have anxiety disorder
- have ulcers in the stomach or intestines
- have gout (joint pain caused by the accumulation of uric acid)
Before taking CAFIPAR TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- have sepsis (blood infection)
- are malnourished
- are an alcoholic
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug Interactions
Before taking CAFIPAR TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, such as:
- medicines used to manage high blood pressure (such as captopril, enalapril, olmesartan, telmisartan, amlodipine, atenolol, and propranolol)
- medicines used to manage depression (Ex. citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, and sertraline)
- other brain stimulant medicines (such as theophylline)
- medicines used to reduce anxiety and induce sleep (such as lorazepam, clonazepam, alprazolam, and midazolam)
- disulfiram (a medicine used to quit alcoholism)
- medicines used to manage the common cold and cough (such as ephedrine and phenylephrine)
- thyroxine (a medicine used to manage thyroid deficiency)
- other medicines containing paracetamol in combination
- phenytoin (a medicine used to manage epilepsy)
- methoxsalen (a medicine used for psoriasis)
- pipemidic acid (a medicine used to manage infections)
- domperidone, metoclopramide (medicines used for nausea and vomiting)
- cholestyramine (a medicine used to control blood cholesterol levels)
- medicines used for blood thinning (such as heparin, warfarin)
- flucloxacillin (an antibiotic)
B. Drug-food interactions
Avoid drinking tea, coffee, chocolate, or any other fizzy drinks containing caffeine while taking this medicine, as it may lead to caffeine toxicity.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else took more of CAFIPAR TABLET, consult your doctor or go to a nearby hospital immediately. Symptoms of an overdose might include liver injury, upper stomach pain, vomiting, increased urination, fast heart rate, lack of sleep, restlessness, excitement, shakiness, and fits.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Caffeine, Paracetamol |
| Pharmacological Category | : | CNS stimulants, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Pain relief |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Ointment |
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Storage
- Keep CAFIPAR TABLET out of reach of children
- Store CAFIPAR TABLET at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture
FAQs About CAFIPAR TABLET
Q: What is the use of CAFIPAR TABLET?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET is effective in providing pain relief and in reducing fever. It is used to manage headache, muscle pain, back pain, joint pain, nerve pain, period pain, tooth pain, and any other conditions that involve minor aches and pains for a temporary period. It can also be used to manage the symptoms of the common cold, fever, and sore throat.
Q: How long will it take for CAFIPAR TABLET to provide pain relief?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET is a fast-acting medicine. It provides pain relief within 15-20 minutes of oral administration. However, this period may vary from person-to-person based on their health condition.
Q: What to do if I forgot to take CAFIPAR TABLET?
A: Take CAFIPAR TABLET as soon as you remember until it’s time for the next one. If you missed a dose, skip the missed one and take the next dose at the time normally you would take. Do not take a double dose to make up the missed one, as it may lead to overdosage. If you are not sure, consult your doctor. Your doctor may instruct you about the next steps.
Q: How to take CAFIPAR TABLET?
A: Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Do not take more than 4 doses of this medicine within 24 hours. Leave a gap of 4-6 hours between each dose.
Q: How CAFIPAR TABLET works in my body?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET blocks the release of certain chemicals within the body (such as prostaglandins) that cause fever, pain, inflammation, and swelling. It also interferes with the pain signals traveling between the damaged nerves and the brain and reduces tiredness and boredom among the affected patients.
Q: Is CAFIPAR TABLET safe?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET is generally safe and well tolerated. However, it may cause gastric irritation in some patients when used continuously for a certain period. Consult your doctor if it troubles you.
Q: Can CAFIPAR TABLET be used in children?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET is not recommended for use in children (aged below 12 years). It can be used in children (aged 12 years or above). However, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.
Q: Can CAFIPAR TABLET be used in pregnant women?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Q: Is CAFIPAR TABLET addictive?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET is generally not addictive in nature. However, it may cause headache, tiredness, and sleepiness for a week when stopped after continuous usage.
Q: Can CAFIPAR TABLET cause stomach pain?
A: Stomach pain is one of the common side effects of taking CAFIPAR TABLET. It is predominant among patients having stomach problems. Therefore, do not take this medicine if you have a stomach ulcer.
Q: Can I drink alcohol while taking CAFIPAR TABLET?
A: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking CAFIPAR TABLET, as it may increase the risks of side effects.
Q: Can liver patients take CAFIPAR TABLET?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases (including alcoholic liver diseases). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Q: Can CAFIPAR TABLET be used in ulcer patients?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with stomach ulcers. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.
Q: Is CAFIPAR TABLET available over the counter?
A: CAFIPAR TABLET is a prescription medicine. However, few other brands that contain the same key ingredients are available for over-the-counter use.
Q: Can CAFIPAR TABLET be used for migraine?
A: Yes. CAFIPAR TABLET can be used to manage pain caused by migraine headaches. It acts by constricting the blood vessels in the brain, leading to a reduction in headache.
Q: Can I take CAFIPAR TABLET daily?
A: Take CAFIPAR TABLET as advised by your physician. It is generally not used for more than 3 days continuously. However, your doctor will evaluate your health condition and suggest whether you can take CAFIPAR TABLET every day or not.
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