Manufacturer: Bevit Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Paracetamol(500mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Betmol 500mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it 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.
Betmol 500mg Tablet helps relieve pain and fever by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers responsible for fever and pain. It is used to treat headaches, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, muscle aches, and the common cold.
Paracetamol is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract with peak plasma concentrations occurring about 30 minutes to 2 hours after ingestion. It is metabolised in the liver (90-95%) and excreted in the urine mainly as the glucuronide and sulphate conjugates. Less than 5% is excreted as unchanged paracetamol.
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 Betmol
Stomach pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Betmol 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Betmol 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, the use of Betmol 500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Betmol 500mg Tablet 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.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Betmol 500mg Tablet.
Betmol 500mg Tablet 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.
Use with caution Below 5years: Contraindicated
Betmol 500mg Tablet helps relieve pain and fever by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers responsible for fever and pain. It is used to treat headaches, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, muscle aches, and the common cold.
Be cautious if you are taking medicines such as metoclopramide or domperidone used to treat nausea or vomiting, a blood thinner such as warfarin and an antibiotic such as chloramphenicol.
Cholesterol-lowering medicines like colestyramine should be taken with a minimum gap of 2 hours.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Betmol 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Betmol 500mg Tablet, 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Betmol 500mg Tablet should be taken with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Betmol 500mg Tablet.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease as your dose may need to be adjusted.
The doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
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. Betmol 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Q. What if I vomit after taking Betmol 500mg Tablet?
If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Betmol 500mg Tablet 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. When will I feel better after taking the Betmol 500mg Tablet?
Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Betmol 500mg Tablet.
Q. How often can I take the Betmol 500mg Tablet?
You should only take four doses of Betmol 500mg Tablet in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4 hours between two doses. Do not take Betmol 500mg Tablet for more than 3 days without consulting a doctor first.
Q. Does Betmol 500mg Tablet make babies sleepy?
No, Betmol 500mg Tablet does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.
Q. Is Betmol 500mg Tablet safe for children?
Betmol 500mg Tablet is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.
Q. Is Betmol 500mg Tablet an antibiotic?
No, Betmol 500mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.
Q. Can I take Betmol 500mg Tablet and ibuprofen together?
Ibuprofen and Betmol 500mg Tablet are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. How long does a Betmol 500mg Tablet take to work?
Betmol 500mg Tablet takes around 30-45 min to start working and show its effects. It is advised to take this medicine for the duration suggested by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any bothersome side effects.
Q. What are the serious side effects of taking an excess of the Betmol 500mg Tablet?
Overdose of Betmol 500mg Tablete 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.
