Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of pain and fever. It may also be used to treat many conditions such as headache, body ache, period pain, toothache, and cold. It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever.

You should take Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR 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.

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. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while using this medicine.

Uses of Prest Tablet SR

Benefits of Prest Tablet SR

In Pain relief

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR is a common pain killer that is used to get relief from a headache, pain due to arthritis, period pain and pain due to cold and flu. It works by blocking certain chemicals in the brain that tell us we have pain. Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR can be taken when needed, that is when you feel the pain. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

In Fever

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works in the brain to prevent the release of substances that increase body temperature and works within 30 minutes of taking a dose. Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine.

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Side effects of Prest Tablet SR

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

Common side effects of Prest

No common side effects seen

How to use Prest Tablet SR

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. Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

How Prest Tablet SR works

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR 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

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR 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

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Prest Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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XTPara Proglet Tablet SR

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Crocimax 1000SR Tablet

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Admol 1g Tablet SR

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Qustain P 1000 Tablet SR

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Quick tips

Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR is used to treat various painful conditions as well as fever.
Take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
Drink plenty of water while taking Prest 300mg/700mg Tablet SR.
Do not take any other medications containing Paracetamol without asking your doctor first.

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PAIN ANALGESICS

Patient concerns

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

Diagnosed with viral fever along with rashes on the body. Pain in eyes since three days. Pain when open and when blinking.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Orbital pain is common with viral fever. Go to physician for fever. It will be relieved with relief in fever

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References

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