Fepanil Tablet

Fepanil 500 tablet is a painkiller medicine used to reduce fever and provide relief from pain and aches. Its main ingredient is paracetamol/acetaminophen. Fepanil 500 tablet works by blocking the formation of certain chemicals responsible for fever and pain.

You should not consume more than 4 tablets of Fepanil 500 in a day. If you feel that your pain and fever are relieved, do not take this medicine anymore. Individuals with liver and kidney problems should seek medical advice before taking this medicine.

Fepanil 500 tablet is not meant for children under 12 years of age. Crocin Advanced 500mg tablet , Calpol 500mg tablet , Pyrigesic 500mg tablet , and Panadol tablet are a few more medicines that also include paracetamol as their main component.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and stomach ache. If you happen to take too much of Fepanil 500 tablet, reach out to your doctor at the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking a dose of Fepanil 500 tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. Keep a gap of at least 4 - 6 hours between this dose and the next dose. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Fepanil 500 tablet works by interfering with the production of a chemical called prostaglandin, which is responsible for fever, swelling, and sensation of pain.
• Fepanil 500 tablet also acts on the area of the brain responsible for controlling body temperature and brings down the temperature of the body in fever.

Directions for Use

• Take Fepanil 500 tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
• Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Fepanil 500 tablet during pregnancy?

Fepanil 500 tablet can be used during pregnancy only if the doctor recommends it. However, it should be used for a short duration in low doses and should not be used too frequently by pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Fepanil 500 tablet while breastfeeding?

Fepanil 500 tablet may pass into human breast milk. Fepanil 500 tablet should only be used in breastfeeding women if recommended by the doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Fepanil 500 tablet?

There is limited information available on the effect of Fepanil 500 tablet on driving ability. If you experience any side effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is suggested to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Fepanil 500 tablet?

There is limited information regarding the interaction of alcohol with Fepanil 500 tablet. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with Fepanil 500 tablet. However, there is a risk of overdose in chronic alcoholics (people who drink too often or cannot abstain from drinking) with liver problems.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have liver or kidney disease.
• You are taking any other medicines or products that contain paracetamol. Taking too much paracetamol can cause liver damage.
• You consume alcohol too often or are suffering from chronic malnutrition.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to paracetamol or any other ingredients of Fepanil 500 tablet.
• If you are taking any other products containing paracetamol.
• If you have severe kidney, liver, or bleeding disorders.

Side effects

• Skin rash
• Itching
• Blisters
• Allergies

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Fepanil 500 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Concomitant use of medicines for treating nausea or vomiting like metoclopramide or domperidone should be avoided with Fepanil 500 tablets.
• Frequent use of Fepanil 500 tablet by a person on blood thinners like warfarin can increase the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and can lead to an increased risk of bleeding.
• Cholesterol-lowering medicines like cholestyramine should be taken with a minimum gap of 2 hours as it can interfere with the painkiller action of Fepanil 500 tablet.
• Medicines used to treat a bacterial infection like chloramphenicol should be used cautiously.

Storage and disposal

• Store Fepanil 500 tablets at or below 25°C, in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What if Fepanil 500 tablet does not work?

If you feel like Fepanil 500 tablet is not showing the desired results, you can always consult with your doctor for alternative treatment options for your condition due to the availability of various medicines.

When will I feel better after taking the Fepanil 500 tablet?

Fepanil 500 tablet will take about an hour to start working and showing the desired results. However, the duration varies in each individual due to different physiological conditions.

Is Fepanil tablet an analgesic?

Yes, Fepanil 500 tablet is an analgesic, which means it provides relief from pain.

Can Fepanil 500 tablet be used for a headache?

Yes, Fepanil 500 tablet can be used for headaches. However, if you are feeling you get the headache too often and there is not much relief in the headache after taking this medicine, consult your doctor.

Can I take the Fepanil 500 for cold and fever?

Fepanil 500 tablet is useful for controlling fever. It may not have any action in reducing cold, as cold usually happens due to a viral infection and affects the nose and throat. So, you can take this medicine to treat fever.

What is the composition of Fepanil 500?

Fepanil 500 contains paracetamol, as its active component.

For how many days I can take Fepanil 500?

Fepanil 500 is usually prescribed for a short duration. Do not take it for more than a week without consulting a doctor.