Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion helps in relieving moderate pain and reducing fever. It effectively alleviates pain and reduces fever for the short-term in cases following surgery or in cases where oral administration is not possible.

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion is administered by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Depending on the severity of your underlying illness, your doctor will decide the precise dose and schedule as per which this injection is to be given. It starts working within one hour. Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol to avoid an overdose. You should let your doctor know if your pain or fever does not subside.

Vomiting, difficulty sleeping, and constipation may be seen as side effects in some patients. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve with time and persist for a longer duration of time. Inform your doctor immediately if any rash or allergic reaction is observed while taking this medicine.

Pregnant and nursing women should use it under medical supervision only. It should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse. It is not recommended in patients with severe or active liver disease.

Uses of Vicetamol Infusion

Benefits of Vicetamol Infusion

In Pain relief

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion 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

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion 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.

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Side effects of Vicetamol Infusion

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 Vicetamol

Stomach pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Constipation
Itching
Anxiety

How to use Vicetamol Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Vicetamol Infusion works

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Vicetamol Infusion?

If you miss a dose of Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion, consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion helps in relieving moderate pain and fever for the short-term, especially following surgery.
Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol.
Inform your doctor if you suffer from liver disease, severe kidney disease, or alcohol abuse.
Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as feeling or being sick, weight loss, pale skin (pallor), or abdominal pain within the first 24 hours as it indicates an overdose.
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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

P-Aminophenol Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Analgesic & Antipyretic-PCM

Patient concerns

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Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

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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

FAQs

Q. How is Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion administered?

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only. It should not be self-administered. The dose of the medicine will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion.

Q. What if I vomit after taking Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion?

If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion tablets or syrup, retake the same dose again. If you vomit after 30 minutes of a dose, you do not need to take another one until the next standard dose.

Q. What are the serious side effects of taking an excess of the Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion?

Overdose of Vicetamol 1000mg Infusione may cause severe life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and even coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and general tiredness. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency in case of a suspected overdose.

Q. When will I feel better after taking the Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion?

Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion.

Q. Is Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion an antibiotic?

No, Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.

Q. Is Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion safe for children?

Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.

Q. Can I take Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion and ibuprofen together?

Ibuprofen and Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. Does Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion make babies sleepy?

No, Vicetamol 1000mg Infusion does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.

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