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Micropyrin Tablet

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Product introduction

Micropyrin Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of headaches. It relieves headaches by blocking the release of certain chemicals in the brain that cause pain, inflammation, and fever.

Micropyrin Tablet is best taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Take it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer duration than recommended by the doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, increased heart rate, restlessness, and heartburn. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.

Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment.

Uses of Micropyrin Tablet

Benefits of Micropyrin Tablet

In Treatment of Headache

Micropyrin Tablet is used to get fast relief from headache and works best if they are used when the first signs of pain occur. It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain. Caffeine present in Micropyrin Tablet gives rapid relief from headache and uplifts your mood. Take it as prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. Along with Micropyrin Tablet, a few minutes of massage on your forehead, neck, and temples can help ease your headache.

Side effects of Micropyrin Tablet

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 Micropyrin

  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Increased heart rate
  • Restlessness
  • Heartburn

How to use Micropyrin Tablet

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. Micropyrin Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Micropyrin Tablet works

Micropyrin Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Aspirin and Caffeine which relieve headache. Aspirin works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Caffeine narrows the blood vessels in the brain to reduce headache.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Micropyrin Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Micropyrin Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Micropyrin Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Micropyrin Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Micropyrin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Micropyrin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Micropyrin Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Micropyrin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Micropyrin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Micropyrin Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Micropyrin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Micropyrin Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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

Quick tips

  • Micropyrin Tablet is prescribed to get relief from headache.
  • Take 1-3  tablets every 4-6 hours when needed or as prescribed by the doctor. Never take more than 4 g (13 tablets) in any 24-hour period.
  • Micropyrin Tablet should be taken with, or straight after, a meal or snack. This helps to reduce the risk of any stomach irritation.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Managing your stress levels well and taking 6-7 hours of sleep at night can help prevent a headache.

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Patient concerns

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He has a problem of headache.what is the reason of headache in childMRI nd all reports are normal
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Migraine, Tension-type headache, Cluster headache and Chronic daily headache are few examples of reason
I am facing issue of headache from last 3-4 years.i have consulted allopathy and they have given me sibelum 10 for migrane and asked to take metopar(paracetamol) when ever pain is too much.i am nit taking sibelum now but i am taking metopar when ever required.so i want a homeopathy consultatation if it can be cured by homeopathy or the level of headache can be lowered. Currently i face headache once in a week and i had to take metopar. Kindly suggest. My weight 80 kg And i am taking some neuro medicines ( stalopam 10, amitone 10) I also have cholesterol and taking (atorec 20)
Dr. Faran Siddiqui
Homeopathy
Migraine and headache are two different things migraine is primarily headache of one side in symmetrically
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