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Acton-OR Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of pain and fever. It may also be used to treat many conditions such as headache, body ache, period pain, toothache, and cold. It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever.

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Last updated on 29 Dec 2025 | 02:52 PM (IST)
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General Information

Contains

Paracetamol (300mg)+ Paracetamol (700mg)

Marketer

Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

You should take Acton-OR Tablet SR regularly as advised by your doctor. It is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended.

Side effects are rare if this medicine is used correctly but this medicine may cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting in some people. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems or are using blood-thinning medicines. It may affect the dose or suitability of this medicine. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while using this medicine.

Uses of Acton-OR Tablet IR

Benefits of Acton-OR Tablet IR

Pain relief
Acton-OR Tablet SR is a common pain killer that is used to get relief from a headache, pain due to arthritis, period pain and pain due to cold and flu. It works by blocking certain chemicals in the brain that tell us we have pain. Acton-OR Tablet SR can be taken when needed, that is when you feel the pain. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Fever
Acton-OR Tablet SR is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works in the brain to prevent the release of substances that increase body temperature and works within 30 minutes of taking a dose. Acton-OR Tablet SR may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine.

Side effects of Acton-OR Tablet IR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acton-OR
  • No common side effects seen

How to use Acton-OR Tablet IR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acton-OR Tablet SR should be taken with or after food.

How Acton-OR Tablet IR works

Acton-OR Tablet SR is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

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Quick tips

  • Acton-OR Tablet SR is used to treat various painful conditions as well as fever.
  • Take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
  • Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
  • Drink plenty of water while taking Acton-OR Tablet SR.
  • Do not take any other medications containing Paracetamol without asking your doctor first.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Acton-OR Tablet SR
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Acton-OR Tablet SR during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving

Driving

SAFE
Acton-OR Tablet SR does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Acton-OR Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Acton-OR Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Frequently asked questions

If you vomit within 30 minutes after having a dose of Acton-OR Tablet SR, take the same dose again. If you vomit after 30 minutes of a dose, you do not need to take another one until the next standard dose.
Usually, you will start feeling better after about 30 minutes of taking Acton-OR Tablet SR.
No, Acton-OR Tablet SR is not an antibiotic. It works as a pain reliever and fever-reducing medicine.
Ibuprofen and Acton-OR Tablet SR are safe medicines, but neither should be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Acton-OR Tablet SR takes around 30 to 45 minutes to start working and show its effects. It is advised to take this medicine for the duration suggested by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any bothersome side effects.
An overdose of Acton-OR Tablet SR may cause severe, life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and general fatigue. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency department in case of a suspected overdose.
Yes, Acton-OR Tablet SR may cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food, or antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small, frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like dark-colored, strong-smelling urine, or a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to your doctor.
No, Acton-OR Tablet SR should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a doctor. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion, which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.
Yes, taking Acton-OR Tablet SR and antibiotics at the same time should not cause any problems. Antibiotics are used to help clear infections, but often do not do anything to relieve pain. Therefore, you can generally take Acton-OR Tablet SR alongside your antibiotics. However, always consult your doctor before taking any medications.
Acton-OR Tablet SR is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.
If you take Acton-OR Tablet SR when you do not have a fever, then any minor pain or ache you might be experiencing in your body will be relieved. If you do not have any pain, you will not notice any difference. At low doses, Acton-OR Tablet SR is harmless.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Related lab tests

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References

  1. Meredith TJ, Goulding R. Paracetamol. Postgrad Med J. 1980 Jul;56(657):459-73. [Accessed 29 Dec. 2025]. Available from:
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Once A Day
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Thrice A Day
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Pain relief
64%
Fever
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Pain during menstruation
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Others
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Headache
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Excellent
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Allergic reaction
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25%
Nail swelling
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Marketer details

Name: Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: III Floor SIDCO Garment Complex, Guindy, Chennai 600 032, India

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
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