Paramax P Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer BestoChem Formulations India Ltd
Active Ingredient Paracetamol (125mg/5ml) + Promethazine (5mg/5ml)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.6
User Reviews612

FAQ

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Is it safe to give Paramax P to children less than 1 year old?
Paramax P should not be used in children who are less than 2 years of age because it has the potential of causing fatal respiratory depression.
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In what conditions should Paramax P be given with caution?
It is advised to use Paramax P with caution if the child has malnutrition, G6PD deficiency, liver disease, or any medicinal allergy. So, do not hesitate to share your child’s complete medical history with the doctor as that will help the doctor decide whether the medicine is safe for your child or not.
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When will my child’s condition improve after taking Paramax P?
Paramax P usually starts working within 30 to 60 minutes of intake and shows its peak effect within 3 to 4 hours. Your child may start to feel better after a few doses. In case the pain or fever persists longer, consult your child’s doctor immediately.
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When should I call my child’s doctor right away?
Do not delay calling your child’s doctor if your child starts to show side effects like irregular heartbeat, complaints of urinary retention, vision problem, muscle spasm, irregular bodily movements, and sudden weakness.
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Can Paramax P make my child sleepy?
Paramax P may cause mild drowsiness, making your child feel sleepy. So, be cautious and never give this medicine if your child is suffering from a sleep disorder as this medicine can mask the symptoms of underlying sleep disorders like insomnia. It is always best to consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.
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Where should I keep Paramax P?
Keep Paramax P out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake. Also, it should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light.
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What if I give an overdose of Paramax P by mistake?
Prolonged or excess intake of Paramax P can put your child at risk of developing serious side effects like bradycardia, decreased blood pressure, confusion, delirium, disorientation, dizziness, drowsiness, and hallucinations. Always stick to the prescribed dose. To pour out the right dose, use the calibrated cup provided with the medicine by the manufacturer. Do not use a kitchen teaspoon as it will not give the correct estimate.
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What if I forget to give Paramax P to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule and do not give a double dose to catch up with the missed dose.
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Paramax P Syrup Reviews

Paramax P is commonly prescribed in children to treat fever, body ache as well as allergic symptoms associated with common cold like runny nose, cough, sneezing, and watery eyes. Also, it is one of the commonly used medicines in chickenpox for symptomatic relief.

Give Paramax P to your child by mouth with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Children often have a sensitive stomach and complain of stomach upset while taking medicines. Prefer giving this medicine with food if this happens. Always remember that the dosing schedule provided by your child’s doctor depends on the type of symptoms your child has, so make sure to follow the prescribed dose, time, and way strictly. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again.

Some of the minor and temporary side effects that your child may experience while taking this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, sleepiness, and skin rash. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. In case these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Share your child’s complete medical history with your child’s doctor, including any ongoing medicine regime or history of any allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

How Paramax P Syrup Works

Paramax P contains two active ingredients: paracetamol, and promethazine. These ingredients together relieve common cold symptoms. Promethazine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.

How to Use Paramax P Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Paramax P may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Paramax P Syrup

  • In Treatment of Common cold: Paramax P is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of the common cold, such as a blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier. Paramax P is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes, and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by your doctor, and do not stop using it unless you are advised otherwise.
  • In Treatment of Fever: Paramax P helps reduce high body temperature and relieve headache, body ache, and malaise. It works by blocking the pain and fever pathways in the brain responsible for the rise in body temperature.

Uses of Paramax P Syrup

  • Treatment of Common cold
  • Treatment of Fever

Paramax P Syrup Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Liver  CAUTION
Paramax P should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paramax P may be needed. Please consult your doctor.The use of Paramax P is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Paramax P is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Paramax P is recommended.However, caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease as it may cause excessive sleepiness in them.

Quick Tips

  • Never combine Paramax P with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
  • Practice self-care tips:Keep the surroundings and surfaces neat and clean to avoid exposure to allergensMake sure your child maintains proper hygiene and sanitation to avoid infectionEnsure your child takes enough rest to expedite recovery.
  • Never combine Paramax P with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
  • Stop Paramax P and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.

References

  1. Paracetamol, promethazine hydrochloride, dextromethorphan hydrobromide [Patient Information Leaflet]. Tipperary, Ireland: Pinewood Laboratories Ltd.; 2020.
  2. Promethazine HCl. Philadelphia, PA: Wyeth Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2004.

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