Does efferalgan 500mg cause drowsiness?

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Article written by Pharmacist Cao Thanh Tu - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital
Efferalgan in particular and drugs containing only paracetamol in general do not cause drowsiness. Care should be taken when combining Efferalgan with other drugs to avoid overdose, especially pain relievers, drugs to treat cough and cold symptoms.

1. What is efferalgan 500mg?

Efferalgan medicine contains the main active ingredient is paracetamol (or Acetaminophen), a substance that has analgesic and antipyretic effects. The drug is in the form of effervescent tablets, so the user must dissolve the drug in a glass of water before taking it. Because the drug has been released and dissolved before being put into the body, the drug has a faster effect and is suitable for people who have difficulty swallowing.

2. Does efferalgan 500mg cause drowsiness?

Efferalgan in particular and drugs containing only paracetamol in general do not cause drowsiness. To date, no effects of Efferalgan 500mg on the ability to drive and use machines have been reported. However, on the market there is a product Efferalgan codeine. This medicine contains both paracetamol and codeine - an ingredient that can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Therefore, caution should be exercised when using Efferalgan codeine when driving or operating machinery, or performing tasks requiring alertness.

3. Notes when using Efferalgan

It is necessary to dissolve the tablet completely in a glass of water (about 200 ml) before taking it. Never break an effervescent tablet or put it whole in your mouth to drink.
People with liver or kidney disease, chronic alcoholism, excessive alcohol consumption or a history of alcoholism should consult a doctor before use. Do not drink alcohol and alcoholic beverages while taking the drug because alcohol can increase the toxicity on the liver and kidneys of the drug.
Some people may be allergic to the drug. Therefore, at the first sign of skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity, the patient should discontinue use of the drug. People who have experienced serious skin reactions caused by paracetamol should not take the medicine again and when they come for medical examination and treatment, they need to inform the medical staff about this problem.
In general, the drug is safe when used at the recommended dose.
Using the drug in excess of the recommended dose can cause toxicity on the liver and kidneys with the following manifestations: dark urine, clay-colored stools, yellow skin, yellow eyes, more dangerous can lead to death.
Overdose symptoms: Symptoms of poisoning usually appear within the first 24 hours, including nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pale skin, malaise and sweating. Overdose can lead to complete and irreversible liver necrosis. Currently on the market there are many drugs containing paracetamol, so it is necessary to be careful when combining Efferalgan with other drugs to avoid overdose, especially pain relievers, medicines to treat cough and cold symptoms.
Efferalgan 500mg should not be used for more than 5 days in cases of pain or more than 3 days in cases of fever. If pain persists for more than 5 days or fever persists for more than 3 days and if symptoms get worse or any other symptoms appear, do not continue taking the medicine unless directed by your doctor.
Store the medicine in a dry place, avoid moisture absorption. The drug contains 412.4 mg of sodium, which should be noted in the case of a low-salt or light diet.

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