Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S

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Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S belongs to a group of medicines called analgesics or painkillers. It is used for short-term management of mild to moderate pain and fever, commonly in the post-operative rehabilitation phase. The medicine is effective against mild headaches, toothaches, backaches, menstrual cramps, and even mild joint pain, indicated when taking orally is not possible. Alternatively, paracetamol is also known as acetaminophen.

Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S can be used in combination with other medicines or alone as directed by the physician. Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S is available in many different formulations such as tablet, syrup and suspension,  and injectable form; these multiple formulations aid in providing the precise dosage to patients of varying ages and conditions. Dosage of Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S is dependent entirely upon the patient’s pain symptoms and age. Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S is injected intravenously by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not take any medicine without a physician’s advice. 

Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S usually considered safe, it does not cause any side effects and is prescribed by the physician after weighing the benefits over the risks in every individual case. It can very rarely elicit a serious allergic reaction causing rashes, difficulty in breathing, and swelling which requires immediate medical intervention. Before ingesting Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S, kindly inform your doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney dysfunction. Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S is advised with caution in alcoholics and malnourished individuals.

Kindly note it can cause serious complications if taken more than the safe dose. Overdosing or unmonitored self-medication can cause serious side effects. Even in case of severe pain, do not double the dose or increase the prescribed dosage without a doctor’s consultation.

Indications

Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S can be used to treat:

• Mild to moderate pain such as migraine, menstrual pain etc.
• Fever
• Musculoskeletal pain 

How Does Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S Work

The exact mode of action is unknown. It is thought to work by acting on the hypothalamus reducing fever. This medication is also known to block the release of certain chemicals called prostaglandins involved in pain and inflammatory reactions,  which in turn blocks pain impulse generation.

How To Use Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S

Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S’s dosage is entirely dependent on the individual’s weight, age, and fever, or pain symptoms. {product}} is an injectable solution that is given Intravenously by a healthcare provider in a hospital or an IV line can be set up at home by a visiting health professional/nurse. In adults, via intravenous route, repeat a single dose of 1000 mg (1g) every 6 hours. The minimum interval should be 4 hours. When necessary it may be taken up to a maximum of 4 doses (4000 mg) in 24 hours. For infusion purposes Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S can be diluted with some compatible IV solutions such as sodium chloride, ringers lactate, ratio and mixing must be accurate. 

Dosage

Adult Dosage

Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S can be given via intravenous infusion according to the patient’s body weight and requirement. The maximum safe dose must not exceed 4 grams per day in healthy adults with adequate renal and liver function. 

• Patients weighing 50 kgs or more can be given 1g per 100 ml via slow infusion over a period of 15-20 minutes, 6 hourly
• Patients weighing 30-50 kg can be given 15mg/kg per 75 ml over a period of 15-20 minutes, 6 hourly 

Maximum safe dose: 4 g (4000 mg) per day

Pediatric Dosage

For patients aged 12 and below, the syrup form of Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S is commonly prescribed. However, the IV route can also be availed when indicated. 

• Child weighing 10-30 kg can be given 15mg/kg per 75 ml, 6 hourly
• Child weighing more than 10 kg: 10 mg/kg (1 ml/kg), 6 hourly
• Child weighing less than 10 kgs: 7.5 mg/kg per 7.5 ml, 6 hourly

[Maximum safe dose for 10-30 kgs: 2 g per day, in a child less than 2 years Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S should not be used, unless advised by the doctor]

Elderly Dosage 

Patients aged 65 years and older mostly start off at a lower dosage due to reduced kidney and liver function. In case of liver and kidney impairment, dose adjustment is required. 

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S is secreted into human milk and is usually safely taken by pregnant females. There is no evidence of risk in humans but if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, please consult your doctor before using Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S. If you are breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before taking Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S:

• Allergy to Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S or any other medicine or food substance 
• Renal (kidney) impairment
• Hepatic (liver) impairment
• Malnutrition 
• Excessive alcohol consumption

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S:

• Avoid injecting into arteries
• Impaired hepatic (liver) or renal (kidney) function (dose and timings of administration must be adjusted)
• Alcoholism
• Chronic malnutrition
• Dehydration
• G6PD deficiency (genetic disorder)
• Hemolytic anaemia (blood disorder due to premature destruction of red blood cells)
• Risk of serious skin reactions (in which case discontinue)

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of any of the following before using Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S:

• Drugs that delay gastric (stomach) emptying (e.g anticholinergics, narcotics)
• Carbamazepine
• Amyl nitrite
• epinephrine/lidocaine (risk of methemoglobinemia)
• Metoclopramide
• Leflunomide 
• Oral anticoagulants
• Lomitapide 
• Hepatotoxic drugs
• Zidovudine
• Alcohol

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S has certain side effects:

• Pain at the site of injection or cannula 
• Phlebitis 
• Nausea
• Vomiting 
• Slight weakness/nervous feeling

Rare Adverse Effects

• Allergic reaction (hives)
• Drug-induced steven johnson syndrome (SJS)
• Skin rash
• Dark-colored stool and urine
• Loss of appetite
• Difficulty in breathing
• Arrhythmias 

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects 

• Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhea: Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water. If you have diarrhea, replenish with plenty of water or other fluids. 
• Skin Rash– can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream. Apply a cold compress to the rash to help reduce itchiness and redness caused by the rash. An antihistamine (prescribed by a doctor) is also recommended as an effective way to combat any skin rash.

Key Facts About Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S

• Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S belongs to a class of drugs called Analgesics.
• Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S is a non-NSAID, non-aspirin painkiller.
• First choice of drug in the management of mild to moderate pain and fever due to its low toxicity, low cost, and efficacy.
• It is available in a range of formulations for sale including liquid, oral tablets, oral disintegrating tablets, chewable tablets, controlled-release tablets, dispersible tablets, injectable, and rectal preparations.
• It is safe to drive after taking this medication
• Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S should be avoided in patients with severe liver or kidney dysfunction.

FAQs

#1.What if I forget to take the Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S?

In case of a missed dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s near the time of your next scheduled intake, do not repeat the missed dose and follow your usual schedule. Also, make sure you do not double the dose to catch up with the missed dose.

#2.What if I take too much of Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S?

If you experience the following symptoms, kindly seek immediate medical assistance as you may have overdosed on the drug or it has caused an allergic reaction. Overdosing may cause:

• Troubled breathing
• Dizziness
• Abdominal pain
• Sweating 

#3.How does Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S work?

It belongs to a class of drugs called analgesics (painkillers). The exact mode of action is unknown but it is suspected to block the release of certain chemicals blocking pain impulses. It is also known to act on the hypothalamus reducing fever.

#4. How long does it take for Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S to start working?

Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S usually takes less than 20-30 minutes before showing its effects. Kindly consult your doctor in case of any side effects.

#5.Is Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S an antibiotic?

No, it is not an antibiotic. Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S is a painkiller and helps in reducing fever. 

#6.Can Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S be taken with NSAIDs?

Though both are safe medicines, kindly consult your doctor before taking a combination of these two medicines together.

#7. How often can I take Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S?

It can be given to adults in IV infusion a maximum of 4 times in 24 hours. Kindly note there should be at least an interval of 4 hours between each dose. Do not take the medication for more than 3 days without a doctor’s prescription. The effectiveness of this drug lasts for about 4-6 hours.

#8. How should I store  Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S?

Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S should be stored at room temperature or in a cool, dry place (15-25 °C) away from light and moisture. Kindly put it out of reach of children and pets. Do not freeze the product.

#9.Will Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S affect my fertility?

There is no known evidence of Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S affecting fertility in either men or women.

#10.How Does Acetamol 100ml Injection 1 ‘S Work?

The exact mode of action is unknown. It is suspected to work by acting on the hypothalamus reducing fever. This medication is also known to block the release of certain chemicals which in turn blocks pain impulse generation.