Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup is used to relieve migraine headaches and to treat nausea and vomiting associated with it. This medicine may also be used in ailments where fever is accompanied by vomiting.
You can give it either before or after meals. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by your doctor as that depends on your child’s clinical condition, body weight, and age. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, let the child calm down, and then repeat the dose.
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup should be given at the first sign of a migraine attack. If symptoms persist, further doses may be given but a gap of 4 hours must be maintained between each dose. However, never exceed the total dose that has been prescribed for a day.
Diarrhea, rash, restlessness, and drowsiness are some of the common yet temporary side effects of this medicine. Make sure to report to your child’s doctor if the side effects persist or become bothersome for your child.
Before giving this medicine to your child, let the doctor know if your child has had any previous episodes of medicine allergy, metabolic disorder, liver impairment, kidney malfunction, asthma, or blood disorder. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.
You can give it either before or after meals. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by your doctor as that depends on your child’s clinical condition, body weight, and age. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, let the child calm down, and then repeat the dose.
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup should be given at the first sign of a migraine attack. If symptoms persist, further doses may be given but a gap of 4 hours must be maintained between each dose. However, never exceed the total dose that has been prescribed for a day.
Diarrhea, rash, restlessness, and drowsiness are some of the common yet temporary side effects of this medicine. Make sure to report to your child’s doctor if the side effects persist or become bothersome for your child.
Before giving this medicine to your child, let the doctor know if your child has had any previous episodes of medicine allergy, metabolic disorder, liver impairment, kidney malfunction, asthma, or blood disorder. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.
Uses of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup in children
Benefits of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup for your child
In Treatment of Migraine
Migraine headaches have been reported in children as young as 18 months. Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup shortens the duration of a migraine attack and helps reduce headaches and other associated symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. By preventing and reducing the frequency of headaches, it can help your child carry out their daily activities and have a better quality of life.
Side effects of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup in children
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Copar
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Restlessness
- Drowsiness
How can I give Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Copar Syrup works
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup contains two medicines: Metoclopramide and Paracetamol. Metoclopramide is an antiemetic that works on the vomiting center in the brain. It also increases the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach. This prevents nausea and vomiting caused due to migraines. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer) which blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause the pain associated with migraine.
Safety advice
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if I forget to give Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- If diarrhea develops as a side effect, encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids.
- Never give any other medicines containing paracetamol along with this medicine as that may lead to serious side effects.
- Do not alter the dose by yourself as it can result in unwanted side effects in your child.
- Do not mix Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup with any herbal or ayurvedic preparations as it will not be effective.
- Stop the medicine and report to the doctor on an immediate basis if your child exhibits side effects such as itching, breathing difficulty, and swelling of the face soon after taking Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient concerns
FAQs
My child is an athlete and has to participate in a sports event at school. Can I give Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup before his performance?
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup contains metoclopramide which can make your child dizzy and sleepy. Avoid giving Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup before a task that requires mental focus such as running, jogging or cycling, or any other sports activity.
What are the serious side effects of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup?
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup can take entry in the brain and can cause serious side effects in your child. These effects may include muscle spasms (especially of the head, face, and neck), trembling and shaking of the hands, jerky movements of arms, legs, or eyes. It can also cause changes in mood or behavior and hormonal disturbances in your child.
Who should not take Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup?
Children who have a recent history of gut surgery, have gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation, suffer from epilepsy, or are allergic to any of the ingredients of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup should avoid taking this medicine.
Who might need caution while taking Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup?
Children who are malnourished, suffering from a liver or a kidney disease, heart disease, and electrolyte disturbances should remain cautious before taking Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup. Also, children on antipsychotic medicines and those who have a history of atopic allergies such as hay fever, eczema, or asthma should consult the doctor before consuming Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup. Always, consult your child’s doctor before giving Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup in such cases.
What if I give an excess of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup to my child by mistake?
Excess intake of Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup is dangerous as it contains paracetamol which can cause serious liver damage (hepatotoxicity) and CNS side effects. Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child as it will not give fast relief rather it would result in serious adverse effects and can worsen your child’s condition.
Where should I store this medicine?
Keep this medicine at room temperature in a dry place beyond the reach of the children.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup?
Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Copar 1.25mg/125mg Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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