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PCM Suspension

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PCM Suspension

by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Paracetamol/Acetaminophen (125mg/5ml)

₹23

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Introduction to PCM Suspension

PCM Suspension is used to treat the pain and fever.

In children's it reduce the conditions like fever, toothache, pain, fever, body ache, common cold and headache. 

 

 

How PCM Suspension works

This formulation contains Paracetamol/Acetaminophen, which has antipyretic and analgesic properties. It works by inhibiting the certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause fever and pain.

How To Use PCM Suspension

  • Take this medicine by following the dosage and duration of the healthcare professional.
  • Check the label before take it.
  • Shake well before use.

Special Precautions About PCM Suspension

  • If you have any allergy to the content of medicine, inform your doctor.
  • If you have any kidney or liver medical conditions inform your doctor.
  • Follow the recommended dose to avoid complications.

Benefits Of PCM Suspension

  • Provide relief from fever in children's.
  • Reduces pain and toothaches.

Side Effects Of PCM Suspension

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Hypertension
  • Liver damage

What If I Missed A Dose Of PCM Suspension

Use medicine as you remember to take.
If next dose is near than Skip the missed Dose.
Do not double up for the missed Dose.
If you miss dose frequently than consult your Doctor.

Health And Lifestyle

Make sure the child drinks plenty of water, especially if they have a fever. Keep your food well-balanced to promote general health. Make sure the child has a warm place to relax and recover. Regularly check the child's temperature and contact a medical professional if there are any concerns or if the fever doesn't go down.

Drug Interaction

  • Blood thinners (Warfarin)
  • Anticonvulsants (Phenytoin, Carbamazepine)
  • Other medications containing paracetamol.

Drug Food Interaction

  • N/A

Disease Explanation

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Fever is the body's response to infection or illness, often accompanied by elevated body temperature, while pain signals discomfort or injury, prompting protective responses or indicating an underlying problem.

Safety Advice for PCM Suspension

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Exercise caution when using it in individuals with kidney disease. Adjustments to the dosage may be necessary, so it's important to seek advice from your doctor.

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It should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of medicine may be required. Please consult your doctor.

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FAQ's on PCM Suspension

What if my child vomits after taking PCM?

If your child vomits within30 minutes of taking a dose of PCM tablets or syrup, give him/her the same dose again. However, if your child vomits after 30 minutes of taking a dose of tablets or syrup, you do not need to give him/her another dose. You can give your child the next scheduled dose on its defined time.

How often can I give PCM to my child?

You should only give four doses of PCM in 24 hours. Maintain a gap of at least 4 hours between two doses. Do not give PCM for more than 3 days to your child without first talking to your doctor.

Is PCM an antibiotic?

No, PCM is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and as a medicine which brings down high fever.

Can I give my child PCM and ibuprofen together?

Ibuprofen and PCM are safe painkillers which can be given to children, though both should not be used together. If you have given your child PCM and there is no improvement in pain and the child still feels feverish, try ibuprofen instead for the next scheduled dose.

Does PCM make babies sleepy?

No, PCM does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain relieving medicine which is used to control high fever.

Is PCM safe for children?

PCM is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.

Can I give PCM syrup to my child for a cold?

PCM along with relieving fever also helps in controlling problems associated with cold such as headache and earache. It also helps relieve stuffy nose and cough but should only be used after doctor’s advice.

When will my child feel better after taking PCM?

Usually, your child will feel better after about half an hour of taking PCM. Consult your doctor if the fever persists.

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Ashwani Singh

Master in Pharmacy

Content Updated on

Monday, 29 July, 2024

Sources

MedlinePlus. Acetaminophen. [Accessed 26 Dec. 2020] (online) Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a681004.html 

Paracetamol [EMC Patient Leaflet]. Leeds, UK: Rosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2019. [Accessed 26 Dec. 2020] (online) Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/EMC/medicine/10610/XPIL/Paracetamol+250mg+5ml+Oral+Suspension/#gref 

Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service. Emergency care of children: Medication guides for use in Queensland. [Accessed 26 Dec. 2020] (online) Available from: https://www.childrens.health.qld.gov.au/for-health-professionals/queensland-paediatric-emergency-care-qpec/emergency-medicine-guides 

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