Alvedon Forte 1 g Paracetamol Film coated Tablets
1. What Alvedon Forte Is And What Is Alvedon Used For
Alvedon forte contains paracetamol which is analgesic and antipyretic. Aalvedon Forte 1 g is used for aches and pains of various kinds, such as
- Headaches
- Toothaches
- Menstrual pains
- Muscle
- Joint pain
- Rheumatic pains
- Fever
- Cold
Alvedon forte can be used by people with sensitive stomachs or ulcers and people with an increased tendency to bleed.
2. What You Need To Know Before Using Alvedon Forte
Do Not Use Alvedon Forte 1 G
- If you are allergic to paracetamol or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
- If you have severe hepatic impairment.
Warnings And Cautions Alvedon Forte Tablet
Alvedon forte contains paracetamol. If you are taking other painkillers that contain paracetamol, do not use Alvedon forte without first talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Never take more Alvedon forte than your doctor has prescribed. Higher doses than those recommended do not provide better pain relief but instead entail a risk of very serious liver damage. The symptoms of liver damage usually come only after a few days.
Therefore, it is important that you contact a doctor immediately if you have taken too large a dose, even if you are feeling well.
Alvedon forte1 g uses without a doctor’s prescription is not good if you have alcohol problems or liver damage, and do not use Alvedon forte with alcohol. The intoxicating effect of alcohol does not increase with the addition of Alvedon forte 1 g.
Talk to your doctor before using Alvedon if you:
- Have impaired liver or kidney function.
- Has asthma and at the same time is sensitive to acetylsalicylic acid.
- Is deficient in an enzyme called glucose -6-phosphate dehydrogenase.
- Is malnourished or underweight due to an inadequate diet or improper diet or if you have a serious infection such as blood poisoning? This is due to an increased risk of:
- Liver damage
- Metabolic acidosis
- Signs of metabolic acidosis include deep
- Rapid
- Strained breathing
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
Contact a doctor immediately if you get a combination of these symptoms after using Alvedon forte 1g paracetamol.
Other Medicines And Alvedon Forte 1 g Uses
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently taken Alvedon forte 1g paracetamol, or might take any other medicines. Alvedon forte may be affected or affected by the following medicines and (traditional) herbal medicines.
- Blood thinners (eg warfarin and other coumarins). Single doses of Alvedon forte are not considered to affect the effect of warfarin. Take no more than 1 tablet of Alvedon Forte 1 g per day for 5 consecutive days. If you need to take Alvedon forte tablet, contact a doctor first
- Probenecid (anti-gout medicine )
- Some medicines for epilepsy:- phenytoin- phenobarbital- carbamazepine
- Rifampicin (a medicine used to treat tuberculosis )
- Cholestyramine (medicine for high blood fats). The medication should be taken at least one hour apart.
- Chloramphenicol for injection (medicine for bacterial infections). Chloramphenicol against infection in the eye and Alvedon forte can be used at the same time
- St. John’s wort extract (included in some (traditional) herbal and herbal medicines).
Alvedon Forte With Food, Drink, And Alcohol
Alvedon forte can be taken with or without food. Alvedon forte 1 g uses with alcohol is not good, see section “Warnings and precautions”.
Pregnancy And Breastfeeding
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 Alvedon forte tablet.
If necessary, Alvedon can be used during pregnancy. However, you should use the lowest possible Alvedon forte 1g paracetamol dose that relieves your pain and/or fever and use it for the shortest possible time. Contact your doctor or midwife if the pain and/or fever does not decrease or if you need to take the medicine more often.
Paracetamol passes into breast milk but is unlikely to affect breastfed infants. However, talk to your doctor if you are taking more than a temporary Alvedon forte during breastfeeding.
Alvedon Forte 1 g Uses Driving And Using Machines
Alvedon forte does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.
3. How To Use Alvedon Forte
Always use Alvedon forte 1g paracetamol exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.
Note! Higher doses than those recommended carry a risk of very serious liver damage.
Never take Alvedon forte more than what is stated in the dosing instructions. Always use the lowest possible dose that gives you relief from your symptoms, for as short a treatment time as possible.
If you have impaired liver or kidney function or have Gilbert’s syndrome, you should consult your doctor about the appropriate dose, as it may need to be adjusted downwards.
Recommended dose Alvedon forte :
Adults:
½ – 1 tablet every 4-6 hours, a maximum of 4 tablets per day.
Alvedon forte should not be used for long-term use other than as prescribed by a doctor.
Alvedon Forte 1 g Uses children under 40 kg (under 12 years)
Alvedon forte should not be used by children weighing less than 40 kg or by children under 12 years of age.
An overdose of Alvedon forte 1g paracetamol can cause serious liver damage with a risk of a fatal outcome.
There is a risk of liver damage even if you feel well.
To prevent liver damage, it is important to get medical treatment as early as possible. The shorter the time that elapses between overdose and starting antidote treatment (as few hours as possible), the greater the chance that liver damage can be prevented.
4. Possible Alvedon Forte Side Effects
Like all medicines, Alvedon forte can cause side effects, but not everybody gets them.
Rare Alvedon Forte tablet (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):
- Angioedema, very severe allergic reaction:
- Swelling of the face, tongue, or throat
- Difficulty swallowing
- Hives and difficulty breathing.
- Allergic reactions of Alvedon forte tablet such as skin rash and hives. Even less severe forms may occur such as
- Skin reactions
- Rashes
- Itching
- Liver effects. This can be very serious Alvedon forte side effects such as
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach upset
- Loss of appetite
Very rare symptoms of Alvedon forte tablet (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):
- Bleeding from the skin and mucous membranes and bruising, general lethargy, the tendency to inflammation ( infections ) especially sore throat, and fever due to changes in the blood (decreased number of white blood cells and platelets ).
- Severe breathing difficulties with wheezing.
- Kidney side effects.
- Paleness, fatigue, and jaundice due to severe anemia Alvedon forte side effects.
- Very rare cases of severe skin reactions have been reported.
- Anaphylaxis: hypersensitivity reaction with
- Fever
- Rash
- Swelling
- Sometimes a drop in blood pressure.
Reporting of side effects Alvedon Forte tablet
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency, www.lakemedelsverket.se. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.
5. How To Store Alvedon Forte
- Keep out of sight and reach of children and young people.
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.
- Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information
Content Declaration
- The active substance is paracetamol 1 g.
- The other ingredients are maize starch, pregelatinized starch (maize), povidone, potassium sorbate, talc, stearic acid, hypromellose, and triacetin.
What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack
- White, oblong tablets with dividing notch, marked ALV 1G, 10 × 19 mm
- The tablet can be divided into two equal parts.
- Blister: 50 × 1 or 100 × 1 film-coated tablets (single-pack)
- Not all pack sizes may be marketed
Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer
Marketing Authorisation Holder
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ApS
PO Box 61
2610 Rødovre
Denmark
Tel: 020–10 05 79
Email: scanda.consumer-relations@gsk.com
Manufacturer
Famar AVE Anthoussa Plant, Greece
GlaxoSmithKline Dungarvan Ltd., Ireland