Pyrifen Gel Capsule
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Product introduction
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions including joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, postoperative painful condition, fever, and period pain.
Pyrifen Gel Capsule should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. 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 the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you're using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Pyrifen Gel Capsule is banned for children under 12 years of age.
Uses of Pyrifen Gel Capsule
Benefits of Pyrifen Gel Capsule
In Treatment of Fever
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.
In Pain relief
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is used to treat aches and pains. It blocks chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time.
Side effects of Pyrifen Gel Capsule
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 Pyrifen Gel
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Increased liver enzymes
How to use Pyrifen Gel Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Pyrifen Gel Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Pyrifen Gel Capsule works
Pyrifen Gel Capsule 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
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pyrifen Gel Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pyrifen Gel Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Pyrifen Gel Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pyrifen Gel Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pyrifen Gel Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pyrifen Gel Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Pyrifen Gel Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Pyrifen Gel Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Pyrifen Gel Capsule, 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.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Pyrifen Gel Capsule 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 Pyrifen Gel Capsule 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
Diphenylethers Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's-Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Others)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Pyrifen Gel with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Nimesulide. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and ad
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Nimesulide. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and ad
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious damage to the kidneys.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Nimesulide. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and ad
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Nimesulide. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and ad
Patient concerns
User feedback
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FAQs
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule an antibiotic?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.
Can I take Pyrifen Gel Capsule with paracetamol?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Does Pyrifen Gel Capsule contain aspirin?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Can I take Pyrifen Gel Capsule for headache?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Does Pyrifen Gel Capsule make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Pyrifen Gel Capsule can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Does Pyrifen Gel Capsule contain sulphur?
No, Pyrifen Gel Capsule does not contain sulphur.
What does Pyrifen Gel Capsule treat or used for?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
Can I take Pyrifen Gel Capsule with ibuprofen?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.<br>
Can I take Pyrifen Gel Capsule with aspirin?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe?
Yes, Pyrifen Gel Capsule is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule banned?
No, Pyrifen Gel Capsule is not banned in India.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Pyrifen Gel Capsule is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Pyrifen Gel Capsule are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe in pregnancy?
No, Pyrifen Gel Capsule is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Pyrifen Gel Capsule in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe in asthma?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule an antibiotic?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.
Can I take Pyrifen Gel Capsule with paracetamol?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Does Pyrifen Gel Capsule contain aspirin?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Can I take Pyrifen Gel Capsule for headache?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Does Pyrifen Gel Capsule make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Pyrifen Gel Capsule can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Does Pyrifen Gel Capsule contain sulphur?
No, Pyrifen Gel Capsule does not contain sulphur.
What does Pyrifen Gel Capsule treat or used for?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
Can I take Pyrifen Gel Capsule with ibuprofen?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.<br>
Can I take Pyrifen Gel Capsule with aspirin?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule banned?
No, Pyrifen Gel Capsule is not banned in India. However, as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Pyrifen Gel Capsule is banned for children under 12 years of age
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Pyrifen Gel Capsule is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Pyrifen Gel Capsule are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe in pregnancy?
No, Pyrifen Gel Capsule is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Pyrifen Gel Capsule in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Is Pyrifen Gel Capsule safe in asthma?
Pyrifen Gel Capsule is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Pyrifen Gel Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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