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Alpagin 500mg Injection

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SALT COMPOSITION
Salt Synonyms
Dipyrone
Storage
Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Alpagin 500mg Injection is a pain-relieving medicine. It helps in relieving pain, inflammation, and fever in various conditions and disorders. It is generally used in cases where oral administration is not suitable.

Alpagin 500mg Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep receiving the medicine until the doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.

The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling), nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, and indigestion. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may also regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Uses of Alpagin Injection

Benefits of Alpagin Injection

In Pain relief

Alpagin 500mg Injection is used for the relief of pain in cases where it is not possible to take a painkiller by mouth like in the case of surgery. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain.

It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Alpagin Injection

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 Alpagin

  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain/epigastric pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Alpagin Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Alpagin Injection works

Alpagin 500mg Injection is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alpagin 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alpagin 500mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alpagin 500mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Alpagin 500mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Alpagin 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alpagin 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Alpagin 500mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Alpagin 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alpagin 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Alpagin 500mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Alpagin Injection?

If you miss a dose of Alpagin 500mg Injection, consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Alpagin 500mg Injection is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever.
  • Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
  • Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Alpagin 500mg Injection as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Pyrazolone Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's-Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Others)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Alpagin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Acifon, Reclofen, Aceclocare
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Altrom, Cenorol, Cgtrom
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Aspirin, Actisprin, Asicom
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Vbrom
Life-threatening

Patient concerns

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One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains
Dr. Abhijit Gambhir
Dental Surgery
sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief
fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
No take Crocin for pain relief
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FAQs

Q. Is Alpagin 500mg Injection safe?

Yes. Alpagin 500mg Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Alpagin 500mg Injection banned?

Yes. Alpagin 500mg Injection is banned in India. Consult your doctor regarding alternative medication.

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References

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