Febrex 150mg Drop
Product Info
Prescription required | No |
Marketer | Indoco Remedies Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Paracetamol (150mg) |
Salt Synonyms | Acetaminophen |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | P-Aminophenol Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
Action Class | Analgesic & Antipyretic-PCM |
User Rating | 4.8 |
User Reviews | 664 |
FAQ
Febrex 150mg Drop Reviews
Febrex 150mg may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. It is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended.
Side effects are rare if this medicine is used correctly but this medicine may cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting in some people. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.
This medicine is widely prescribed and considered safe but is not suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems or are using blood-thinning medicines. It may affect the dose or suitability of this medicine. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
How Febrex 150mg Drop Works
How to Use Febrex 150mg Drop
Benefits of Febrex 150mg Drop
- In Treatment of Fever: Febrex 150mg is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. Take it as prescribed by the doctor.
- In Pain relief: Febrex 150mg is a common painkiller for treating aches and pains. It is widely used and rarely causes any side effects if taken properly. To get the most benefits, take it as prescribed. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous.
Uses of Febrex 150mg Drop
- Treatment of Fever
- Pain relief
Febrex 150mg Drop Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Febrex 150mg should be taken with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
- Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Febrex 150mg.
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- The doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking Febrex 150mg for long-term treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease as your dose may need to be adjusted.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
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