Manufacturer: Sanofi India Ltd
Salt Composition : Metamizole(0.005)
Vial of 30ml Injection
(Inclusive of all taxes)
Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep receiving the medicine until the doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling), nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, and indigestion. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may also regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Metamizole is a prodrug that is rapidly transformed into the main metabolite 4-methylaminoantipyrine (4-MAA) after oral and intravenous administration. 4-MAA is subsequently metabolized to 4-formylaminoantipyrine (4-FAA) and 4-aminoantipyrine (4-AA), which are acetylated to 4-acetylaminoantipyrine (4-AAA) [11].
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 Novalgin RC
Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Nausea
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Contraindicated. Severe pain; Fever: Severe: Contraindicated. Should be taken with food. Hypersensitivity (including rhinitis, asthma, urticaria) to metamizole, other pyrazolone derivatives, other NSAID(s), other analgesics.
Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection 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.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
In countries where it is still available, metamizole is indicated for acute severe pain after injuries or surgeries, colic, tumor pain, and acute or severe pain symptoms, as well as high fever if other treatments are unsuccessful.
The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Metamizole is combined with Acemetacin. Metamizole may decrease the excretion rate of Acetaminophen which could result in a higher serum level. The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Acetylsalicylic acid is combined with Metamizole.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever.
Take it 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.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection safe?
Yes. Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection banned?
Yes. Novalgin RC 0.5% Injection is banned in India. Consult your doctor regarding alternative medication.
