Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 09 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of headache. It helps relieve headache by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that causes headache.

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General Information

Contains

Caffeine (30mg)+ Paracetamol (500mg)

Marketer

Deltas Pharma

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Your doctor will advise how much Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet you need to take. It can be taken with or without food. You should take the medicine regularly while you do need it and try not to miss doses as it will become less effective. It should be used with caution in people who have any problems with their heart, kidneys, or liver.

Using this medicine may cause sleep problems (insomnia), nervousness, irritation, or restlessness. If you experience any of such side effects that do not go away or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.

Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other illnesses or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Do not consume alcohol when on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive sleepiness. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.

Uses of Pyrenol Tablet

Treatment of Headache

Benefits of Pyrenol Tablet

Treatment of Headache
Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet is a painkiller used to treat headache. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. By treating headache, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life. Take Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor 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.

Side effects of Pyrenol 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 Pyrenol

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nervousness
Irritation
Restlessness

How to use Pyrenol 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. Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

How Pyrenol Tablet works

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet 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.

Quick tips

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet is used to get relief from headache.
You can take a dose of Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet every 4-6 hours if needed, up to four times a day. Remember to leave at least four hours between doses and do not take more than four doses in any 24-hour period.
Taking too much of this medicine can cause damage to your liver because of the presence of paracetamol in it.
Managing your stress levels well and taking 6-7 hours of sleep at night can help prevent a headache.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet 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

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet 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

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What is the rationale behind using caffeine with paracetamol?

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

What if I overdose on Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet?

Contact your doctor immediately even if you feel well. An overdose of Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet 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.

What is the recommended dose of Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet?

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.

Can I take Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet for headache everyday?

Avoid using Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet for more than 2-3 days per week for headache. Its overuse can instead lead to the occurrence of a medicine-overuse headache.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet?

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.

Can the use of Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet cause damage to the liver?

Pyrenol 30mg/500mg Tablet 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.

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Patient concerns

He has a problem of headache.what is the reason of headache in childMRI nd all reports are normal

Dr. Gopal 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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Name: Deltas Pharma
Address: 2nd Floor, Office No 1to 5, Shreeji Arcade, Panchpakhadi, Dr.Almeda Road, Thane(W), Mumbai-400602, India

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Country of origin: India

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