ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. It is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended. Side effects are rare if this medicine is used correctly but this medicine may cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting in some people. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet
Basic Information
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet is a medicine used to relieve pain and to reduce fever. It is used to treat many conditions such as headaches, body aches, toothaches, and the common cold. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals that cause pain and fever.
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. It is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended. Side effects are rare if this medicine is used correctly but this medicine may cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting in some people. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.
This medicine is widely prescribed and considered safe but is not suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems or are using blood-thinning medicines. It may affect the dose or suitability of this medicine. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
03Uses
Pain relief
Treatment of Fever
04How To 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. ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet, 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.
07Benefits
In Pain relief
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. It is also the first choice of painkiller during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
In Treatment of Fever
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.show moreshow less
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Vomiting
Nausea
Stomach pain
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet 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.
Driving:SAFE
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
Liver:CAUTION
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, the use of ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
10Drug Tips
ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet 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 kidney problems.
Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking ACTION OR 1000mg Tablet.
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 long-term treatment.
References
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