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Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet

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Synonym

ACETAMINOPHEN+CAFFEINE

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

About Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet is used to treat mild to moderate pain, including headache, backache, migraine, rheumatic and muscle pain, toothache and period pain. On the other hand, it also relieves discomfort in colds, influenza, and sore throats and helps reduce temperature. Pain is caused by the activation of pain receptors due to the release of certain chemicals or enzymes.

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet contains paracetamol (acetaminophen) and caffeine. Paracetamol inhibits the release of these enzymes and alleviates pain. Caffeine increases the efficacy of paracetamol by improving its absorption, thereby prolonging analgesic action. Paracetamol also has an antipyretic effect and can reduce body temperature in cases of fever.

Use Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet as directed by the physician only. The dose and duration of the medication depend on your condition and its severity. The common side effects of Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet include agitation, nervousness, and insomnia. Everyone need not experience the above side effects as they vary for each person depending on their health, underlying conditions, age, weight, and gender. In case of any discomfort, speak with a doctor.

Do not take Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet if you're allergic to any ingredient in it. Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Ask your healthcare professional for advice if you have any concerns. Do not use Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet in more than prescribed doses or for a longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Before taking the Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet, notify your doctor about your current health situation and other medications you are taking to rule out any potential negative effects. Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet is not recommended in children below 12 years of age. Avoid alcohol consumption with Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage.

Uses of Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet

Treatment of Pain relief

Medicinal Benefits

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet is a combination medication containing paracetamol (acetaminophen) and caffeine. Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet effectively treats mild to moderate pain, including headache, backache, migraine, rheumatic and muscle pain, toothache and period pain. On the other hand, it also relieves discomfort in colds, influenza, and sore throats and helps reduce temperature. Paracetamol inhibits the release of these enzymes and alleviates pain. Caffeine increases the efficacy of paracetamol by improving its absorption, thereby prolonging analgesic action. Paracetamol also has an antipyretic effect and can reduce body temperature in cases of fever.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet

  • Insomnia
  • Nervousness
  • Restlessness
  • Nausea
  • Increased Heart Rate
  • Agitation
  • Nervousness

Drug Warnings

Consult your doctor immediately if you have any allergic reactions such as skin rash, swelling of the face/lips/tongue/throat, wheezing, or shortness of breath. Do not take it if you have any known allergy to paracetamol (acetaminophen) or caffeine. People with kidney, liver, alcohol dependence, heart disease, or persistent headaches should avoid taking Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet unless instructed by the doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet may interact with other analgesics (ibuprofen, Aspirin), muscle relaxants (tizanidine), medicines used to treat nausea(metoclopramide or domperidone), and cholesterol medications (cholestyramine).

Drug-Food interactions: Avoid foods containing caffeine, such as coffee, tea, chocolate, or cola.

Drug-Disease interactions: Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet may have interactions with hepatic failure (liver diseases), alcoholism, cardiac diseases (heart problems), hypertension, peptic ulcer, and renal dysfunction (kidney diseases).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IBUPROFEN
  • ASPIRIN
  • TIZANIDINE
  • METOCLOPRAMIDE
  • DOMPERIDONE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.

  • Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.

  • Eat foods rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.

  • Foods containing flavonoids such as soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea help in reducing inflammation. 

  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.

  • Practice relaxation techniques that help to calm down the mind and reduce pain levels.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Special Advise

  • Take rest whenever required, to ease the pain.

  • Adequate intake of fluids can prevent dehydration.

  • Inform your doctor if you are taking any other prescribed or over-the-counter medications before taking this medicine.

  • Do not increase your dose or duration of the medicine without consulting the doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: Pain is a commonly used term to describe any unpleasant feeling or discomfort. It occurs due to nerve damage (in cases of backache, toothache, or muscle pain) or persistent stimulation (in cases of headache or migraine). Pain may vary from mild to severe, depending on the underlying condition.

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Alcohol

Caution

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet is unsafe with alcohol as it may cause gastrointestinal side effects such as abdominal pain and vomiting.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet has paracetamol (acetaminophen) and caffeine. Paracetamol is a Category B pregnancy medicine, but caffeine use is limited during pregnancy. So, it should be used during pregnancy only if the doctor has prescribed it.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet should not be used in nursing mothers unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet may not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases such as alcoholic liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. You may require dose adjustments based on your health condition.

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Children

Caution

The dose of Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet needs to be adjusted, and its use should be recommended by a child specialist only.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - PA11937

FAQs

Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet belongs to the class of analgesic medication. It is primarily used to treat mild to moderate pain, including headache, backache, migraine, rheumatic and muscle pain, toothache and period pain.
Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet contains paracetamol (acetaminophen) and caffeine. Paracetamol inhibits the release of these enzymes and alleviates pain. Caffeine increases the efficacy of paracetamol by improving its absorption, thereby prolonging analgesic action. Paracetamol also has an antipyretic effect and can reduce body temperature in cases of fever.
The dose of Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet depends on your condition and severity. Consult a doctor to know the exact dose and duration.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, if the next dose is not due within a few hours. Do not double the next dose. Take your next doses at the fixed time.
If there is an overdose, you may experience signs of liver damage such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, rash, or dark urine. Consult a doctor immediately if you have any discomfort.
Parawood Active 50mg/650mg Tablet is recommended to use not more than 2 to 3 days per week. Prolonged use may lead to medicine-overuse (rebound) headaches.

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