Pyrigesic 650 Tablet

Composition of Pyrigesic 650 Tablet

Pyrigesic 650 Tablet contains Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) 650 mg tablet. It belongs to the Non-opioid analgesic (para-aminophenol derivative) class of medicines.

Uses of Pyrigesic 650 Tablet

• Fever
• mild to moderate pain such as headache
• body ache
• toothache
• sore throat
• backache
• muscle pain
• pain associated with cold/flu

Key benefits

• Reduces fever
• Relieves headache and body pain
• Helps in cold/flu fever
• Gentle on stomach compared to many NSAIDs

How Pyrigesic 650 Tablet works

Paracetamol reduces fever and relieves pain by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis in the central nervous system. It acts on the heat-regulating center in the brain to bring down raised body temperature.

How to take Pyrigesic 650 Tablet

Tablet for oral use. Take as advised by a doctor; commonly 1 tablet every 6–8 hours as needed. Can be taken with or without food (take after food if stomach upset). Do not exceed the recommended daily dose; avoid taking multiple products containing paracetamol together.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe and sometimes fatal liver damage, often with no symptoms at all for the first day. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Pyrigesic 650 Tablet

Most side effects of Pyrigesic are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• stomach pain
• indigestion
• rash
• allergic reactions
• increased liver enzymes (with high doses)

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Pyrigesic 650 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not exceed dose—overdose can cause serious liver damage. Use with caution in liver disease, chronic alcohol use, malnutrition, severe kidney disease, or if taking other paracetamol-containing medicines. Seek medical help immediately in case of overdose even if feeling well. Stop and consult a doctor if rash/allergy occurs or fever/pain persists.

Do not take Pyrigesic if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe liver disease, except under medical supervision.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol, warfarin/other coumarin anticoagulants (with prolonged use), isoniazid, rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital/primidone, other hepatotoxic drugs, cholestyramine (reduces absorption), metoclopramide/domperidone (may increase absorption)

How to store Pyrigesic 650 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Pyrigesic 650 Tablet

Take the lowest dose that works, and leave the stated gap between doses. Seek help immediately after a suspected overdose, even if you feel completely well — treatment works best when it is early.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

EAST INDIA PHARMACEUTICAL WORK

Therapeutic class:

Analgesic, Antipyretic

Drug class:

Non-opioid analgesic (para-aminophenol derivative)