Hedex

NSAIDs : Paracetamol + Caffeine

Indication

1. For the relief of headache including migraine, toothache, neuralgia, rheumatic pain, dysmenorrhoea.

2.  For the relief of symptoms of cold, influenza and sore throat.  

Contraindication

Severe renal function impairment and hepatic disease; known hypersensitivity to paracetamol Caffeine.

Dosage & Administration

Adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1-2 tablets every 6 hours; not more than 8 tablets in 24 hours. Children: Not recommended.

Side Effect

Side effects with Paracetamol are rare but skin rash or other side effects has been reported in few cases. Caffeine may cause nausea, headache and insomnia.

Precaution

Use with caution in alcoholism, decreased kidney function and liver disease.

Drug Interaction

Caffeine significantly interacts with Diazepam, Phenobarbitol, Cimetidine, Iron and Alcohol. Paracetamol interacts with Phenobarbital and Phenytoin; acute ingestion of Alcohol markedly reduces the metabolic activation of Paracetamol.

Presentation

Box containing 10×10\’s tablet in blister pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place, away from light.