Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare
Salt Composition : Paracetamol(650mg)
Strip of 15 Tablet
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Crocin 650 Advance Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine with Optizorb technology. It contains paracetamol as an active ingredient and gets absorbed 25% more than standard paracetamol. It has analgesic and antipyretic properties. It is used for relieving fever and pain including toothache, headache, migraine, muscle ache, period pain, etc. Crocin Tablet works by inhibiting the formation of certain chemicals (prostaglandins) in the body responsible for fever and pain. It acts on the area of the brain which is responsible for controlling temperature.
Crocin 650 Advance tablet works by inhibiting the formation of certain chemicals (prostaglandins) in the body responsible for fever and pain. It acts on the area of the brain which is responsible for. Thus, it controls the fever
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 of the side effects of Crocin 650 Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to a doctor. Some common side effects of Crocin 650 Tablet 15's are liver damage, skin rashes, increased heartbeat, low platelets, and low white blood cells. Some may experience allergic skin reactions like peeling and blistering of the skin. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to paracetamol, or any other ingredients. Everyone may not experience these side-effects.
Do not take it if you have any known allergy to paracetamol. People with kidney diseases, liver disease, heart disease, allergic skin problems, or breathing problems should avoid taking Crocin 650 Tablet 15's. People who are dehydrated for a long time should avoid intake of Crocin 650 Tablet 15's.
Safe to use during pregnancy at low doses however doctor's consultation is recommended.
Crocin 650 Tablet 15's and alcohol when taken together increase the chance of liver damage. Thus not recommended to be taken with alcohol.
Use with caution
It should be used only on doctor's consultation as paracetamol passes with mothers milk to the baby.
Use with caution Below 7years: Contraindicated
Crocin 650 Tablet 15's belongs to the group of mild analgesics (pain killer), and antipyretic (fever-reducing agent) used to treat mild to moderate pain including headache, migraine, toothache, menstrual period pain, osteoarthritis pain, musculoskeletal pain, and reducing fever.
Drug-drug interactions: Crocin 650 Tablet 15's should be avoided taking with blood thinners (warfarin), lipid-lowering drugs (cholestyramine), analgesics (ibuprofen, aspirin), muscle relaxants (tizanidine), and anti-nausea agents (metoclopramide or domperidone).
Do not chew, crush, or break it. If you cannot swallow the tablet as a whole, you may break the pill into half and take both halves one at a time. Space the doses evenly, and take it at a fixed time for better results.
Store below 30°C
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it's been too late, then a patient should never take a double dose at a time as it may be harmful to the liver.
There is no such problem reported with Crocin 650 Tablet 15's overdose. However, liver damage and skin allergic reactions are the most common problem experienced after paracetamol overdose.
Crocin 650 Tablet 15's contains 'Paracetamol' which prevents the release of a natural chemical (prostaglandin), causing a sensation of pain, inflammation, and fever. Crocin 650 Tablet 15's also has an antipyretic effect and can reduce body temperature in cases of fever. Crocin 650 Tablet 15's works by resetting the temperature-regulating centre in the brain, thus decreasing temperature in fevers caused due to illness, chemotherapy, or other reasons.
Crocin 650 Tablet 15's is available as an over-the-counter medication. However, it is always recommended to use it after consulting a doctor. The dose and duration of the medication depend on your condition and its severity. The common side effects of Crocin 650 Tablet 15's include agitation, nervousness, and insomnia. Everyone needs not experience the above side effects as they vary depending on their health, underlying conditions, age, weight and gender. In case of any discomfort, speak with a doctor.
Before starting Crocin 650 Tablet 15's, please inform your doctor if you have any known allergy to paracetamol, heart, kidney or liver problems, or persistent headaches. And also, if prescribed by your doctor, ask if the medication is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water before or after the meals. It is recommended to take a tablet after food to avoid any gastrointestinal irritation. Do not chew, crush, or break it. If you cannot swallow the tablet as a whole, you may break the pill into half and take both halves one at a time. Space the doses evenly, and take it at a fixed time for better results.
CAN I TAKE CROCIN 650 TABLET FOR MIGRAINE?
Paracetamol has not been found to be beneficial in migraine induced headache thus should be used only under doctors recommendation.
CAN I TAKE CROCIN 650 TABLET WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES ?
Yes, it is absolutely safe to take both at a time as there are no reported interaction cases.
