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Paralmax extra is an analgesic and antipyretic drug indicated in the treatment of mild to moderate pain. The main ingredients of the drug are paracetamol and caffeine. So is paralmax extra good? How to take medicine?
1. What is Paralmax Extra?
Paracetamol extra is an analgesic and antipyretic drug with the main ingredients being Paracetamol 500 mg and Caffeine 65 mg. The drug is effective in reducing mild to moderate pain and fever.Does Paralmax extra relieve menstrual pain? The answer is yes, menstrual cramps are usually pain with contractions. Therefore, pain relievers such as paracetamol can be helpful in this case. Paracetamol is considered the first choice in pain relief during menstruation in women because it is quite safe, has few side effects, is not addictive, effectively relieves pain after a few hours with mild to moderate pain. However, you need to avoid overusing the drug or taking high doses of the drug, because it can cause liver damage due to the drug.
2. How to take Paralmax extra
Patients can take medicine with a full glass of water, can be taken before or after meals. The time between 2 doses is 4 to 6 hours apart.
Paralmax extra should not be used for self-treatment of pain relief for more than 10 days in adults, unless directed by a doctor, because severe and persistent pain may be a sign of a medical condition that requires examination, diagnosis and treatment. treatment.
Do not give paracetamol to patients with a high fever above 39.5 degrees Celsius, a fever lasting more than 3 days or a recurring fever, unless prescribed by a doctor, because fever can be a sign of serious illness. The use of paracetamol to reduce fever may mask the actual illness.
Dosage: Adults and children over 12 years old: Take 1-2 tablets each time, 2-3 times a day, 4-6 hours apart and do not take more than 8 tablets/day.
3. Contraindications of Paralmax Extra
Paralmax extra is contraindicated in the following cases:
People who are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients of the drug. People with severe liver failure Patients with hemolysis due to G6PD deficiency People with coronary insufficiency, myocardial infarction, tachycardia, extrasystoles Children < 12 years old.
4. Undesirable effects of the drug Paralmax extra
Paracetamol rarely causes side effects, but patients can still experience:
Rash Decrease neutropenia, thrombocytopenia and pancytopenia, causing hepatitis. Caffeine: digestive disorders, nervousness, cramps, insomnia. Patients should inform the doctor about the unwanted effects encountered when using the drug to receive treatment or change the drug.
5. Be careful when using Paralmax extra
Caution when using Paralmax extra in pregnant women Lactating women: it is not recommended to use the drug in this subject because caffeine can be excreted in milk. Paralmax Extra is an analgesic and antipyretic agent indicated in the treatment of mild to moderate pain. To ensure effective treatment and avoid side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions for use of the doctor or pharmacist.
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