Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR
Manufacturer
TNT Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Caffeine (50mg) + Paracetamol (0mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR 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.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Your doctor will advise how much Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR 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.
Directions for Use
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. Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR.
Breastfeeding Warning
Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR 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.
How it works
Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR 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
Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR is used to get relief from headache. You can take a dose of Pam 50mg/500mg Tablet SR 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. Managing your stress levels well and taking 6-7 hours of sleep at night can help prevent a headache.
