{"id":20414,"date":"2022-04-04T08:01:46","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T08:01:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=20414"},"modified":"2023-01-08T14:11:37","modified_gmt":"2023-01-08T14:11:37","slug":"paracetamol-apofri","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/paracetamol-apofri\/","title":{"rendered":"Paracetamol Apofri &#8211; Paracetamol Uses, Dose, And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Paracetamol Apofri 500 mg&nbsp;effervescent paracetamol tablet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Paracetamol Apofri Is And What Paracetamol Apofri Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Paracetamol Apofri is used to treat temporary <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cold\/\">fever<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a> conditions of a mild nature, such as <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fever in colds<\/li><li>Headaches<\/li><li>Toothaches<\/li><li>Menstrual cramps<\/li><li>Muscle and <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/joint-pain\/\">joint pain<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Paracetamol contained\u00a0in\u00a0Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri may also be approved for treating other conditions not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professionals if you have further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before You Use Paracetamol Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Take Paracetamol Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to\u00a0paracetamol\u00a0or any other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Paracetamol&nbsp;Apofri should be used with caution if you<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Have liver problems, including liver problems due to alcohol abuse<\/li><li>Have Gilbert&#8217;s syndrome (mild jaundice)<\/li><li>Have kidney problems<\/li><li>Is dehydrated and chronically malnourished<\/li><li>Is on long-term treatment with a higher\u00a0dose\u00a0of\u00a0paracetamol<\/li><li>Has\u00a0asthma\u00a0and is sensitive to\u00a0acetylsalicylic acid\u00a0(aspirin)<\/li><li>Take other medicines that contain\u00a0paracetamol<\/li><li>Have a fever even though you are using\u00a0paracetamol<\/li><li>Has a deficiency of\u00a0glucose\u00a0-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (a hereditary condition that leads to low\u00a0red blood cell count\u00a0).<\/li><li>Have\u00a0hemolytic anemia\u00a0(abnormal\u00a0red blood cell\u00a0breakdown )<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Never take more\u00a0Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri than is stated in the dosing instructions.\u00a0<em>Higher\u00a0doses\u00a0than those recommended do not provide better pain relief but carry the risk of serious liver damage.\u00a0<\/em>The symptoms of liver damage usually come only after a few days.\u00a0Therefore, you must contact a doctor as soon as possible if you have taken too large a\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use\u00a0Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri without a doctor&#8217;s\u00a0prescription\u00a0if you have alcohol problems or liver damage, and do not use\u00a0Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri with alcohol.\u00a0The intoxicating effect of alcohol is not increased by the addition of\u00a0Paracetamol apofri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Paracetamol Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paracetamol&nbsp;Apofri may affect or be affected by certain medicines;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Metoclopramide, domperidone (medicines for nausea and vomiting).<\/li><li>Warfarin\u00a0(blood-thinning drug).\u00a0Contact your\u00a0treating physician if you take more than 2\u00a0effervescent tablets of\u00a0Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri (500 mg) daily for 5 consecutive days.\u00a0There is a risk that the effect of\u00a0warfarin will\u00a0be affected.<\/li><li>Probenecid (medicine for\u00a0gout\u00a0).<\/li><li>Certain medicines for epilepsy:\u00a0phenytoin, phenobarbital, and carbamazepine.<\/li><li>Rifampicin,\u00a0isoniazid\u00a0(a medicine used to\u00a0treat tuberculosis\u00a0).<\/li><li>Cholestyramine (medicine for high blood fats).\u00a0The medication should be taken at least one hour apart.<\/li><li>Chloramphenicol for\u00a0injection\u00a0(medicine for bacterial infections).\u00a0(However, chloramphenicol can be used simultaneously against infection in your eye and Paracetamol Apofri.)<\/li><li>St. John&#8217;s wort extract (included in some herbal remedies).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Paracetamol\u00a0may affect laboratory values \u200b\u200bin\u00a0uric acid\u00a0and blood glucose tests. If you are taking other painkillers that contain\u00a0paracetamol, do not use\u00a0Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri without first talking to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paracetamol Apofri With Food, Drink, And Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Concomitant use of&nbsp;paracetamol&nbsp;and alcohol consumption should be avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If necessary,\u00a0Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri can be used during pregnancy.\u00a0However, you should use the lowest possible\u00a0dose\u00a0that relieves your pain and fever and use the medicine for the shortest possible time.\u00a0Contact a doctor or midwife if the pain and fever do not decrease or if you need to take medicine more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paracetamol&nbsp;passes into breast milk.&nbsp;However, regular&nbsp;doses&nbsp;of&nbsp;paracetamol&nbsp;can be taken during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Paracetamol&nbsp;Apofri does not affect your ability to drive and use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paracetamol Apofri Contains Sodium And Sorbitol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sodium<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 503 mg of\u00a0sodium\u00a0(the main ingredient in table salt\/table salt) per\u00a0effervescent tablet.\u00a0This corresponds to 25% of adults&#8217; recommended daily sodium intake.\u00a0Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you need 1 or more\u00a0effervescent tablets\u00a0daily for an extended period, especially if you have been prescribed a low-salt (sodium-poor) diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sorbitol<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 131 mg of sorbitol per\u00a0effervescent tablet.\u00a0Sorbitol is a source of fructose.\u00a0If you (or your child) cannot tolerate certain sugars, or if you (or your child) have been diagnosed with\u00a0hereditary<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fructose intolerance is a rare, inherited disease that prevents you from breaking down fructose. Talk to your doctor before using this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Use Paracetamol Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note!&nbsp;Higher&nbsp;doses&nbsp;than those recommended carry a risk of very serious liver damage.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The usual\u00a0dose\u00a0for adults is 1-2 tablets of 500 mg.\u00a0The treatment can be repeated 4-6 hours later, but not more than 8 tablets (4 g) per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Maximum daily dose<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The maximum daily dose of\u00a0paracetamol\u00a0must not exceed 8 tablets (4 g).<\/li><li>A maximum of 2\u00a0effervescent tablets\u00a0(1 g) of\u00a0paracetamol\u00a0may be taken simultaneously.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use children and adolescents.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Children under 12 years: Not recommended for children under 12 years.<\/li><li>Adolescents 12-15 years weigh 41-50 kg: one tablet (500 mg) per\u00a0dose.\u00a0If necessary, treatment can be repeated after 4-6 hours, but not more than 4 tablets (2 g) per day.<\/li><li>Adolescents 16-18 years weighed over 50 kg: the same\u00a0dosage\u00a0as adults.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An effervescent tablet&nbsp;is dissolved in a full glass of water before ingestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a doctor if the symptoms worsen or do not improve within 3 days in case of fever and 5 days in case of pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tube lid contains a desiccant, which must not be swallowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paracetamol&nbsp;Apofri can be taken with or without food and drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use For Children And Adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine should only be used by adults and adolescents over 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Paracetamol Apofri Than You Should \u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if, e.g.,\u00a0a child ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.\u00a0There is a risk of future serious liver damage, even if you feel well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Paracetamol Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take a&nbsp;dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time to take the next&nbsp;dose.&nbsp;Remember that there should be at least 4 hours between&nbsp;doses.&nbsp;Never take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Paracetamol Apofri Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop taking\u00a0Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri and contact a doctor immediately if you get any of the following symptoms (\u00a0angioedema\u00a0)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Very rare side effects\u00a0<em>(may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)<\/em>\u00a0:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Swelling of the face, tongue, or throat<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>Hives\u00a0and difficulty breathing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Very rare cases of severe skin reactions have been reported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Epidermal\u00a0necrolysis\u00a0(life-threatening skin disease),\u00a0Stevens-Johnson syndrome\u00a0(severe life-threatening skin disease), and erythema multiforme (\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0or\u00a0infection\u00a0of the skin).\u00a0Has been reported (to occur in an unknown number of users).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare:<\/em>&nbsp;(affects less than 1 user in 1,000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Anemia\u00a0(decreased number of\u00a0red blood cells\u00a0), decreased number of\u00a0white blood cells\u00a0(\u00a0leukopenia\u00a0), decreased number of\u00a0neutrophils\u00a0in the blood (\u00a0neutropenia\u00a0), decreased number of\u00a0platelets\u00a0(\u00a0thrombocytopenia\u00a0), abnormal\u00a0red blood cell\u00a0breakdown (\u00a0hemolytic anemia\u00a0)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tremors, Headache<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Visual disturbances<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Abdominal pain, <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/diarrhea-in-children\/\">Diarrhea<\/a>, Nausea, Vomiting, and Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Liver failure, Abnormal liver function, Liver necrosis (liver cell death), Jaundice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overdose and poisoning<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Very rare:<\/em>&nbsp;(affects less than 1 user in 10,000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Low <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/diabetes-type-1\/\">blood sugar<\/a> (hypoglycemia)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fluid accumulation in the larynx<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Damage to the liver due to chemicals (liver toxicity), liver effects<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cloudy urine and disorders of renal function, Blood in the urine (\u00a0hematuria\u00a0), Inability to urinate (manures), severe renal impairment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Urticaria,\u00a0Hypersensitivity reaction, Difficulty breathing, Wheezing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Paracetamol Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children and adolescents.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton after EXP.\u00a0Date.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>Do not store above 30 \u00b0 C.\u00a0Close the polypropylene pipe tightly.\u00a0Store in the original package.\u00a0Moisture sensitive.\u00a0Sensitive to light.<\/li><li>Do not take medicine if there are visible signs of destruction, e.g.,\u00a0brown or black spots or bulges on the tablets or if they are discolored.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents Of The Pack And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is&nbsp;paracetamol.&nbsp;Each&nbsp;effervescent tablet&nbsp;contains 500 mg&nbsp;of paracetamol.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are anhydrous citric acid, sodium bicarbonate, sorbitol (E420), anhydrous sodium carbonate, povidone (E1201), simethicone, saccharin sodium, citrus flavor (containing corn maltodextrin, alpha-tocopherol (E307)), macrogol.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri effervescent\u00a0tablets\u00a0are white to off-white, round and flat tablets with beveled edges, smooth on both sides, and have a 25 mm \u00b1 0.2 mm diameter.<\/li><li>Paracetamol\u00a0Apofri effervescent\u00a0tablets\u00a0are packaged in white, opaque, smooth polypropylene tubes with a white, opaque, guarantee-sealed polyethylene cap with desiccant.<\/li><li><em>Pack size:<\/em><ul><li>10\u00a0effervescent tablets\u00a0are.\u00a0One carton contains 1 tube of 10\u00a0effervescent\u00a0tablets<\/li><li>16\u00a0effervescent tablets\u00a0are.\u00a0One carton contains 2 tubes of 8\u00a0effervescent tablets.<\/li><li>20\u00a0effervescent tablets\u00a0are.\u00a0One carton contains 1 tube of 20\u00a0effervescent tablets.<\/li><li>10\u00a0effervescent tablets\u00a0are.\u00a01 tube of 10\u00a0effervescent tablets.<\/li><li>20\u00a0effervescent tablets\u00a0are.\u00a01 tube of 20\u00a0effervescent tablets.<\/li><li>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>CAUTION: The lid contains a desiccant that must not be swallowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apofri AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 120<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>182 12 Danderyd<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RosenPharma as, no.&nbsp;of descriptive 265, 664 81 Veversk\u00e9 Kn\u00ednice, Czech Republic<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Paracetamol apofri is a typical medication that can alleviate pain and lower a high temperature is paracetamol (fever). 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