Metacin 150 MG Syrup

Classified as mild analgesic, Metacin 150 MG Syrup helps in treating fever and is the most commonly used pain reliever. It is used to relieve backache, headache, arthritis and toothache. It reduces pain caused due to fever. It is often given to patients who suffer from cancer or have undergone surgery, to help them cope up with the pain. This medication is normally administered orally or you can also take it intravenously.

Metacin 150 MG Syrup does not have any serious side effects. In rare cases, skin rashes, nausea, stomach pain, and loss of appetite may occur. You should stop using this medication if you experience an allergic reaction to it or notice any other serious symptoms like dark urine, clay-colored stools or jaundice. The overdose of Metacin 150 MG Syrup may result in liver failure.

There are several drugs that may interact with Metacin 150 MG Syrup. Inform your doctor about all the other medications that you take including vitamins, minerals, prescribed drugs, over the counter drugs and herbal products. It is advised to be guided by the doctor’s prescription and never to exceed the prescribed dosage.

• Fever

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup is used to provide temporary relief from fever without treating the underlying cause.

• Headache

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup is used to relieve acute headaches including migraine.

• Muscle Pain

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup helps in relieving mild to moderate pain in the muscles.

• Menstrual Cramps

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup is used to relieve pain and cramping associated with menstrual cycle in women.

• Post Immunization Pyrexia

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup helps in treating pain and fever that sets in after one has taken vaccinations.

• Arthritis

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup is used to relieve joint pain including mild to moderate pain in arthritis.

• Allergy

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup is not recommended if you have a known allergy to this medication.

• Analgesic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from impaired kidney function due to excessive usage of painkillers or otherwise.

• Liver Disease

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup is metabolised by the liver and is not recommended if you suffer from impaired liver function.

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Fever

• Allergic Skin Reaction

• Gastric / Mouth Ulcer

• Anemia

• Fatigue

• Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (Sjs)

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect lasts for an average of 4-6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of Paracetamol (primary constituent of Metacin 150 MG Syrup) can be observed within an hour of oral administration. When given in the form of an intravenous injection, the pain-relieving action starts in 5-10 minutes.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. But the evidence is inadequate and it should be used only when necessary after consulting a doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is safe to use during breastfeeding. It is advised to consult your doctor before taking Metacin 150 MG Syrup. Any incidence of rashes on skin or diarrhea in the infant should be reported.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup is usually taken as and when required. If the Metacin 150 MG Syrup is taken on a regular basis, then the missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. You should not take the missed dose if it is time for taking the next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup overdosage could cause harmful effects to the body. Early symptoms are loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain while late symptoms include yellowing of skin and eye, severe abdominal pain and dark color urine.

Metacin 150 MG Syrup is a pain relief medication that is administered both orally and intravenously. It selectively inhibits enzyme function in the brain which allows it to treat pain and fever. It activates certain receptors in the brain that inhibit pain signals.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  N/A

  You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine. Symptoms like fever, chills, rashes, joint pain and swelling, excessive weakness, nausea should be immediately reported to the doctor.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  5-HIAA Urine Test

  You may get a false-positive result for this test if you take Metacin 150 MG Syrup.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Carbamazepine

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup should not be taken with Carbamazepine. Usage of either of the drugs should be reported to the doctor. Any symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain, skin rash, loss of appetite should be reported promptly.

  Phenytoin

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup should not be taken with Phenytoin. Usage of either of the drugs should be reported to the doctor. Any symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain, skin rash, loss of appetite should be reported promptly.

  Sodium Nitrite

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup should not be taken while on Sodium Nitrite. Symptoms like discoloration of skin, rashes, headache, dizziness, increased heartbeat should be promptly reported to the doctor.

  Leflunomide

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup should not be taken while on leflunomide. Usage of either of the drug should be reported to the doctor. Symptoms like fever, chills, nausea, yellowing of skin should be promptly reported.

  Prilocaine

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup should not be taken while on Prilocaine. Symptoms like discoloration of skin, rashes, headache, dizziness, increased heartbeat should be promptly reported to the doctor.

• Interaction with Disease

  Alcoholism

  This medication should be given with extreme caution if you are a chronic alcoholic. Usage of alcohol should be avoided and any symptoms like nausea, fever, rashes, darkened urine should be reported to the doctor on priority.

  Liver Disease

  Metacin 150 MG Syrup should be given with extreme caution to if you are suffering from impaired liver functioning disease. Symptoms like nausea, fever, rashes, darkened urine should be reported to the doctor on priority. Clinical monitoring of liver function should be done at regular intervals.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Metacin 150 MG Syrup?

  Ans : Paracetamol is a medication which has Paracetamol as active ingredients present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release of pain and fever chemical messengers. It is also used to avoid muscle pain and arthritis symptoms. Paracetamol is used to treat conditions such as Post immunization pyrexia, menstrual cramps and fever.Paracetamol is a medication which has Paracetamol as active ingredients present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release of pain and fever chemical messengers. It is also used to avoid muscle pain and arthritis symptoms. Paracetamol is used to treat conditions such as Post immunization pyrexia, menstrual cramps and fever.

• Ques : What are the uses of Metacin 150 MG Syrup?

  Ans : Paracetamol is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Post immunization pyrexia, menstrual cramps and fever. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like muscle pain and arthritis symptoms. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Paracetamol to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Metacin 150 MG Syrup?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Paracetamol. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects have been observed and not necessarily occur. Some of these side-effects may be serious. These include allergic reaction, gastric ulcers, fatigue and anemia. Apart from these, using Paracetamol may further lead to stevens johnson syndrome, nausea and vomiting. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Metacin 150 MG Syrup?

  Ans : Paracetamol should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of Paracetamol. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.