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Caffeine + Paracetamol

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Caffeine + Paracetamol Uses

Caffeine+Paracetamol is used in the treatment of headache.

How Caffeine + Paracetamol works

Caffeine + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Caffeine and Paracetamol. Caffeine narrows the blood vessels in the brain to reduce headache. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain. Together, they relieve headache effectively.

Common side effects of Caffeine + Paracetamol

Nausea, Vomiting, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Headache, Constipation, Itching

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Frequently asked questions for Caffeine + Paracetamol

Caffeine + Paracetamol

Q. Can the use of Caffeine+Paracetamol cause damage to the liver?

Caffeine+Paracetamol contains paracetamol. This medicine is known to cause harm to the liver in high doses. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with the underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes and abnormal liver enzymes.

Q. What is the rationale behind using caffeine with paracetamol?

Caffeine is often combined with paracetamol because it increases the effectiveness of paracetamol.

Q. What if I overdose on Caffeine+Paracetamol?

Contact your doctor immediately even if you feel well. An overdose of Caffeine+Paracetamol can cause serious liver damage. Symptoms of liver damage are fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, and yellow skin or eyes.

Q. What is the recommended dose of Caffeine+Paracetamol?

The recommended doses for adults and children are different. Adults should take 1-2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not take more than 8 tablets a day. Whereas, children should be given 1 tablet every 4 hours. Do not give more than 4 tablets a day.

Q. Can I take Caffeine+Paracetamol for headache everyday?

Avoid using Caffeine+Paracetamol for more than 2-3 days per week for headache. Its overuse can instead lead to the occurrence of a medicine-overuse headache.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Caffeine+Paracetamol?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.