Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Natchem Pharma
Salt Composition
Aceclofenac (50mg) + Paracetamol (125mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension helps lower body temperature (fever) and reduce pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) both in infants and children.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension is a medication that helps to lower body temperature (fever) and reduce pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) in infants and children. It is available in the form of an oral suspension.
Directions for Use
Give this medicine after food to avoid abdominal discomfort in your child. Maintain a log of your child's temperature. If you do not see any improvement, contact your child's doctor for advice.
How it works
Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension comprises two active ingredients: Aceclofenac and Paracetamol. These medicines work by blocking the action of chemical messengers responsible for pain, fever, and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Quick Tips
Give this medicine after food to avoid abdominal discomfort in your child. Maintain a log of your child's temperature. If you do not see any improvement, contact your child's doctor for advice. Keep a track of the dose and the frequency in which you have given this medicine to your child. This will help prevent overdosing. Practice self-care tips like: giving plenty of fluids to your child, giving your child a balanced diet, encouraging your child to have optimum sleep, and stopping the medicine and consulting your child's doctor in case your child exhibits allergic rash or stomach pain soon after taking this medicine.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the dose of Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension be adjusted based on the severity of illness without consulting a doctor?
No, it is not recommended to alter the dose of the medicine without consulting a doctor. Increasing the dose without proper judgment may lead to toxicity, while decreasing it may cause recurrence of symptoms. For best results, consult your child's doctor if you feel a change in dose may be needed.
What is the appropriate dosing schedule for Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension?
Your doctor will prescribe the dose based on your child's condition and body weight. It is essential to stick to the prescribed dosing schedule as that is the best way to ensure the safe and complete recovery of your child.
How should Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension be stored?
Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
Can the same dose of Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension be given to all children?
No. The doctor decides the appropriate dose of Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension based on the child's age and body weight. The dose will even change for your child when they become older. Since the dose changes so unpredictably, you must never give any dose of this medicine to anyone without consulting a doctor. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get the most benefit.
When can I expect my child to start feeling better?
You may be required to give Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension to your child for a few days to weeks, depending on the severity of the infection. Keep giving this medicine to your child in the dose and frequency advised by the doctor, and you'll notice that the pain or fever will reduce, and your child will start feeling better. If your child continues to feel unwell even after completion of the full prescribed course of the medicine, consult their doctor as soon as possible.
Are there any serious side effects associated with Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension?
Although Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension is well-tolerated by children, if you notice your child experiencing any intolerable episodes like persistent vomiting, body swelling, decreased urine frequency, or serious allergic reaction, rush to your doctor on an immediate basis.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension?
The use of Pilofenac-P Oral Suspension is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine, patients with known allergy to other painkillers (NSAIDs), patients with a history of stomach ulcers or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
