FORTAGESIC 500MG/15MG TAB

Overview

FORTAGESIC 500MG/15MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

FORTAGESIC 500MG/15MG TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (500.0 MG), PENTAZOCINE (15.0 MG)

Paracetamol is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. The exact mechanism of action of is not known. Paracetamol is used to treat many conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.

Pentazocine relieves moderate to severe pain. Can be given to women in labor for pain relief.
It works in the brain and nervous system to decrease pain.  Pentazocine is an opoid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.

Usage

PARACETAMOL is generally used to treat: Arthritis
PARACETAMOL can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain, Cold, Fever

PENTAZOCINE is generally used to treat: Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies show it as Safe

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for FORTAGESIC 500MG/15MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections. Avoid large amount of caffeinated beverages while taking this medication. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.

• You should not use pentazocine if you are allergic to it.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label. Pentazocine can slow or stop your breathing. Never use pentazocine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if the medicine seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.
• Do not give yourself pentazocine if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used.
  
• Pentazocine is usually given only for a short time.
• Do not stop using pentazocine suddenly after long-term use, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.
• Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
• Pentazocine may impair your thinking or reactions. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how pentazocine will affect you. Dizziness or severe drowsiness can cause falls or other accidents.
• Misuse of Narcotic medicine can cause addiction,overdose or death.especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PARACETAMOL over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Upper Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes
PENTAZOCINE over-dosage can result in: Anxiety, Hallucinations, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

PENTAZOCINE : Constipation, Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Body Excessive Sweating, Dry Mouth, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Abdomen Stomach Cramps

Serious Side-Effects

PENTAZOCINE : Blood Pressure, High, Respiratory Failure, Difficulty Breathing, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Eyes Blurred Vision

Rare Side-Effects

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
PENTAZOCINE : Joint Pain, Muscle Pain, Diarrhoea, Itchy Skin, Chest Pain, Chills, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Cough, Irregular Heartbeat, Eyes Eye Irritation, Pain With Urination, Legs Shaking, Hands Shaking, Throat Soreness, Mouth Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Face Swelling, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Jerking Eye Movements

Food Interactions

Smoking tobacco may reduce the blood levels and effects of pentazocine.,Avoid smoking.

Disease Interactions

PENTAZOCINE can interfere with: Constipation, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Diarrhoea, Acute Liver Failure, Premature Aging, Acute Renal Failure, Alcoholism, Brain Tumor, Respiratory Failure, Adrenal Insufficiency, Gall Bladder Disease, Hypothyroidism, Panhypopituitarism, Seizure, Urinary Retention

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
PENTAZOCINE is categorized as: NARCOTIC ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Available Alternatives for FORTAGESIC 500MG/15MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FORTAGESIC 500MG/15MG TAB

INR 119.21 for 10 TABLETS

PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PENTAZOCINE 15.0 MG