All Details About P 250 Suspension 60 ml
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about P 250 Suspension 60 ml
Description:
P 250 Suspension 60 ml belongs to the group of medicines called analgesics (pain killers), and antipyretics (fever-reducing agents) used to reduce fever and treat mild to moderate pain. In children, it treats conditions like headache, toothache, body ache, fever, and common cold.
Pain and fever are caused by the activation of pain receptors due to the release of certain natural chemicals in the body like prostaglandin.P 250 Suspension 60 ml works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins. Thus, reduces pain. Also, P 250 Suspension 60 ml affects an area of the brain that regulates body temperature known as the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre. Thereby, it reduces fever.
P 250 Suspension is given orally preferably at a fixed time every day. Though this medicine can be taken before or after food, it is best given after food as it can irritate the inner lining of an empty stomach. The dose and duration will depend upon your child’s age, body weight, and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor.
Do not give your child P 250 Suspension along with other medicines (many cold and flu medicines and other painkillers) that contain paracetamol, as this may result in overdosing and cause dangerous side effects such as hepatotoxicity (liver damage). Always check the ingredients of any other medicines before giving them to your child in combination with this medicine.
Uses:
- Treatment of pain
- To relieve increased body temperature
Directions For Use:
P 250 Suspension is given orally preferably at a fixed time every day. Though this medicine can be taken before or after food, it is best given after food as it can irritate the inner lining of an empty stomach. The dose and duration will depend upon your child’s age, body weight, and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor.
Side Effects:
Side effects of P 250mg Suspension include liver injury, allergic reactions on skin, worsening of asthma, reduced white blood cell levels and decreased platelets.
P 250 Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include -
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Warning & Precautions:
Generally, this medicine is well-tolerated by the children. However, temporary side effects such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting may occur in some children. Consult your doctor in case these episodes become bothersome for your child.
Avoid taking P 250 Suspension 60 ml if allergic to it. P 250 Suspension 60 ml is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a physician before using P 250 Suspension 60 ml. Avoid alcohol consumption with P 250 Suspension 60 ml as it may increase the risk of liver damage. If you have an impaired nutritional state caused by anorexia (eating disorder), wrong nutrition or alcohol abuse or if you are dehydrated, inform your doctor before taking P 250 Suspension 60 ml. Avoid taking more than recommended doses as it may increase the risk of serious liver damage.
This medicine is often considered safe and effective but may not be suitable for everybody. Inform your doctor if your child is undergoing treatment for any blood-related disorder, is allergic to any medicinal compound, or has any birth defects, liver impairment, or kidney dysfunction. This will help your child’s doctor evaluate the dose and suitability of this medicine in a better way.
Kidney
P 250 Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of P 250 Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, P 250 Suspension contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for children with kidney disease.
Liver
P 250 Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of P 250 Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of P 250 Suspension is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
FAQs:
Q. How much P 250 Suspension should I give to my child?
Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding how much of the medicine to give and how often to give it. This depends on the strength of the medicine and the age of your child. You may also check the label or the leaflet inside the packaging for directions before use. The commonly recommended dose is 10-15 mg/kg per dose every 4 to 6 hours. In case you are not sure how much to give, consult your child’s doctor.
Q. Can other pain-killers be used along with this suspension?
Do not give any other pain-killers that contains same active agent to treat the pain or bring down fever in children. Ask your doctor for any other medicine that is safe to give while you are giving paracetamol to your child.
Q. How long will it take to show effect in my child?
This suspension will act within half an hour. If no improvement is seen, consult your physician.
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