Cetam is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cetam is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE
Cetam does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Cetam should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Cetam contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
CAUTION
Cetam should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cetam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Cetam is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Medicine Overview of Cetam 120mg/5ml Suspension
Introduction
Cetam 120mg/5ml is a medicine used to relieve pain and to reduce fever. It is used to treat many conditions such as headache, body ache, toothache and common cold.Cetam may be prescr120mg/5ml ibed alone or in combination with another medicine. You s...
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Uses of Cetam
Pain relief
Fever
Side effects of Cetam
Common
No common side effects seen
How to use Cetam
Take Cetam 120mg/5ml medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cetam 120mg/5ml is to be taken with food.
How Cetam works
Cetam 120mg/5ml 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. Cetam is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It wo...
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What if you forget to take Cetam?
If you miss a dose of Cetam 120mg/5ml, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Cetam should be taken with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and...
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Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Cetam.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease as your dose may need to be adjusted.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for lo...
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Brief Description
Indication
Fever,
Mild to moderate pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic low back pain, Renal stone pain, neuropathic pain, toothache, migraine, ...
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Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral
Mild to moderate pain and fever
Tablet
Adult: 1 - 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours up to a maximum of 4 g (8 tablets) daily
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Child Dose
Oral
Mild to moderate pain and fever
Tablet
Children (6 - 12 years) : 1/2 to 1 tablet 3 to 4 times daily
Extended Release (XR) Tablet
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Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Paracetamol exhibits analgesic action by peripheral blockage of pain impulse generation. It produces antipyresis by inhibiting the hypothalamic heat-r...
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Precaution
Patient w/ chronic alcoholism, known G6PD deficiency, severe hypovolaemia, chronic malnutrition. Renal and hepatic impairment. Pregnancy and lactation...
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Side Effect
Thrombocytopenia, leucopenia, pancytopenia, neutropenia, agranulocytosis, pain and burning sensation at inj site. Rarely, hypotension and tachycardia....
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Interaction
May reduce serum levels w/ anticonvulsants (e.g. phenytoin, barbiturates, carbamazepine). May enhance the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and other c...
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