Dolopar 125 Suspension (Paracetamol)

• Composition :
  Paracetamol 125 mg per 5 ml Suspension
• Indications :
  Analgesic and antipyretic
• Pharmacodynamics :
  Paracetamol is a centrally acting analgesic and antipyretic agent. Paracetamol does not possess any anti-inflammatory action. Paracetamol appears to produce analgesia by elevation of the pain threshold.
• Dosage and administration :
  For Children: Age wise dose of paracetamol syrup (125 mg/5 ml) in infants (recommended dose of paracetamol : 10-15 mg/kg body weight) Do not give more than 4 doses in any 24 hour period Do not give to babies less than 2 months of age
• Contraindications :
  Hypersensitivity to paracetamol or any of the other ingredients/components of the product, Severe and active hepatic impairment.
• Precautions and warnings :
  Paracetamol should be given with care to patients with impaired renal or hepatic function. Large doses should be avoided in patients with hepatic impairment as overdose may harm the liver. Maximum recommended daily dose of paracetamol should not be exceeded.
• Drug interactions :
  The hepatotoxicity of Paracetamol, particularly after overdosage, may be increased by drugs which induce liver microsomal enzymes such as barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants and alcohol. The anticoagulant effect of warfarin and other coumarins may be enhanced by prolonged regular use of paracetamol with increased risk of bleeding; occasional doses have no significant effect.
• Adverse reactions :
  nausea, vomiting, constipation, pruritus, agitation, and atelectasis.
• Therapy Area :
  Analgesics & Antipyretics