Infimol 100mg Infusion
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | SRK Lifesciences & Research India Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Paracetamol (100mg) |
| 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 | 4.7 |
| User Reviews | 649 |
FAQ
What are the serious side effects of taking an excess of the Infimol 100mg?
Overdose of Infimol 100mge may cause severe life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and even coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and general tiredness. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency in case of a suspected overdose.
Is Infimol 100mg an antibiotic?
No, Infimol 100mg is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.
Is Infimol 100mg safe for children?
Infimol 100mg is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.
When will I feel better after taking the Infimol 100mg?
Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Infimol 100mg.
How is Infimol 100mg administered?
Infimol 100mg should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only. It should not be self-administered. The dose of the medicine will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Infimol 100mg.
What if I vomit after taking Infimol 100mg?
If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Infimol 100mg tablets or syrup, retake the same dose again. If you vomit after 30 minutes of a dose, you do not need to take another one until the next standard dose.
Can I take Infimol 100mg and ibuprofen together?
Ibuprofen and Infimol 100mg are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Does Infimol 100mg make babies sleepy?
No, Infimol 100mg does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.
What if you forget to take Infimol Infusion?
If you miss a dose of Infimol 100mg, consult your doctor.
Infimol 100mg Infusion Reviews
Infimol 100mg helps in relieving moderate pain and reducing fever. It effectively alleviates pain and reduces fever for the short-term in cases following surgery or in cases where oral administration is not possible.
Infimol 100mg is administered by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Depending on the severity of your underlying illness, your doctor will decide the precise dose and schedule as per which this injection is to be given. It starts working within one hour. Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol to avoid an overdose. You should let your doctor know if your pain or fever does not subside.
Vomiting, difficulty sleeping, and constipation may be seen as side effects in some patients. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve with time and persist for a longer duration of time. Inform your doctor immediately if any rash or allergic reaction is observed while taking this medicine.
Pregnant and nursing women should use it under medical supervision only. It should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse. It is not recommended in patients with severe or active liver disease.
How Infimol 100mg Infusion Works
Infimol 100mg is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.
How to Use Infimol 100mg Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Benefits of Infimol 100mg Infusion
- In Pain relief: Infimol 100mg is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. It is also the first choice of painkiller during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- In Treatment of Fever: Infimol 100mg 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 another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.
Uses of Infimol 100mg Infusion
- Treatment of Fever
- Pain relief
Infimol 100mg Infusion Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Infimol 100mg.
Liver
CAUTION
Infimol 100mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Infimol 100mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, the use of Infimol 100mg is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Driving
SAFE
Infimol 100mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Infimol 100mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Infimol 100mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, Infimol 100mg contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Infimol 100mg is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Infimol 100mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Quick Tips
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol.
- Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as feeling or being sick, weight loss, pale skin (pallor), or abdominal pain within the first 24 hours as it indicates an overdose.
- Inform your doctor if you suffer from liver disease, severe kidney disease, or alcohol abuse.
- Infimol 100mg helps in relieving moderate pain and fever for the short-term, especially following surgery.
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