Paracip Infusion

Written By Dr. Shreya Gupta, MDS (Oral Pathology & Microbiology), BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)

Paracip Infusion helps in relieving moderate pain and reducing fever. It effectively alleviates pain and reduces fever for the short-term in cases following surgery or in cases where oral administration is not possible.

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100 ml Infusion

General Information

Contains

Paracetamol (1000mg)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Paracip Infusion is administered by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Depending on the severity of your underlying illness, your doctor will decide the precise dose and schedule as per which this injection is to be given. It starts working within one hour. Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol to avoid an overdose. You should let your doctor know if your pain or fever does not subside.

Vomiting, difficulty sleeping, and constipation may be seen as side effects in some patients. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve with time and persist for a longer duration of time. Inform your doctor immediately if any rash or allergic reaction is observed while taking this medicine.

Pregnant and nursing women should use it under medical supervision only. It should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse. It is not recommended in patients with severe or active liver disease.

Uses of Paracip Infusion

Benefits of Paracip Infusion

Pain relief
Paracip Infusion is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking 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 for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. It is also the first choice of painkiller during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Treatment of Fever
Paracip Infusion 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.

Side effects of Paracip Infusion

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 Paracip

Stomach pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Constipation
Itching
Anxiety

How to use Paracip Infusion

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

How Paracip Infusion works

Paracip Infusion is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

All substitutes for Paracip Infusion

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Paracip Infusion helps in relieving moderate pain and fever for the short-term, especially following surgery.
Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol.
Inform your doctor if you suffer from liver disease, severe kidney disease, or alcohol abuse.
Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as feeling or being sick, weight loss, pale skin (pallor), or abdominal pain within the first 24 hours as it indicates an overdose.
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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Paracip Infusion.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paracip Infusion is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Paracip Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Paracip Infusion does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Paracip Infusion should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Paracip Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Paracip Infusion contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Paracip Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paracip Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Paracip Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

How is Paracip Infusion administered?

Paracip Infusion should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only. It should not be self-administered. The dose of the medicine will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Paracip Infusion.

What if I vomit after taking Paracip Infusion?

If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Paracip Infusion tablets or syrup, retake 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.

What are the serious side effects of taking an excess of the Paracip Infusion?

Overdose of Paracip Infusione may cause severe life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and even coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and general tiredness. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency in case of a suspected overdose.

When will I feel better after taking the Paracip Infusion?

Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Paracip Infusion.

Is Paracip Infusion an antibiotic?

No, Paracip Infusion is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.

Is Paracip Infusion safe for children?

Paracip Infusion is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.

Can I take Paracip Infusion and ibuprofen together?

Ibuprofen and Paracip Infusion are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Does Paracip Infusion make babies sleepy?

No, Paracip Infusion does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

P-Aminophenol Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Analgesic & Antipyretic-PCM

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

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User feedback

Patients taking Paracip Infusion

Once A Day

44%

Once A Month

20%

Thrice A Day

16%

Twice A Day

Twice A Month

Thrice A week

Once A Week

What are you using Paracip Infusion for?

Headache

33%

Fever

33%

Others

33%

Patient concerns

He has high fever can i give him paracip 500

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

Dose of paracip drops as suffering from high fever Age of patient is 17months

Dr. Pranav Gupta

Paediatrics

Dear parent, this portal is neither intended to provide prescriptions nor to verify or testify any doctor's prescription as medicines could only be prescribed after clinical examination, which unfortunately is not possible over the app. However, it is our endeavour to provide evidence based guidance.Over The Counter medicines are those for which a doctor's prescription is not needed. They are made available under supervision of a qualified pharmacist and pharmacist has the responsibility to guide the patient regarding use of the medicine.PARACIP is an OTC medicine. Please contact your pharmacistYour queries were being answered by paediatrician Pranav Gupta. To help us server you better, please submit a feedback on https://www.1mgdoctors.com/reviewdoctor/dr-pranav-40b65fe7d6

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Marketer details

Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

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Country of origin: India
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