Ifimol Injection
Paracetamol (1000mg)
by J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
packet of 100 ml Injection
About this medicine
Ifimol Injection helps in relieving moderate pain and reducing fever. It effectively alleviates pain and reduces fever for the short-term in cases following surgery or in cases where oral administration is not possible. Ifimol Injection is administered by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Depending on the severity of your underlying illness, your doctor will decide the precise dose and schedule as per which this injection is to be given. It starts working within one hour. Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol to avoid an overdose. You should let your doctor know if your pain or fever does not subside. Vomiting, difficulty sleeping, and constipation may be seen as side effects in some patients. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve with time and persist for a longer duration of time. Inform your doctor immediately if any rash or allergic reaction is observed while taking this medicine. Pregnant and nursing women should use it under medical supervision only. It should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse. It is not recommended in patients with severe or active liver disease.
Uses
- Pain relief
- Treatment of Fever
Benefits
In pain relief
Ifimol Injection is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. It is also the first choice of painkiller during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
How it works
Ifimol Injection is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Common side effects
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Constipation
- Itching
- Anxiety
Safety advice
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ifimol Injection.
- PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Ifimol Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Ifimol Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
- DrivingSAFE
- Ifimol Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Ifimol Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ifimol Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, Ifimol Injection contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
- LiverCAUTION
- Ifimol Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ifimol Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, the use of Ifimol Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Ifimol Injection, consult your doctor.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- P-Aminophenol Derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Pain analgesics
Frequently asked questions
How is Ifimol Injection administered?
Ifimol Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only. It should not be self-administered. The dose of the medicine will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Ifimol Injection.
What if I vomit after taking Ifimol Injection?
If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Ifimol Injection 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.
What are the serious side effects of taking an excess of the Ifimol Injection?
Overdose of Ifimol Injectione 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.
When will I feel better after taking the Ifimol Injection?
Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Ifimol Injection.
Is Ifimol Injection an antibiotic?
No, Ifimol Injection is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.
Is Ifimol Injection safe for children?
Ifimol Injection is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.
Can I take Ifimol Injection and ibuprofen together?
Ibuprofen and Ifimol Injection are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Does Ifimol Injection make babies sleepy?
No, Ifimol Injection does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Salt composition
- Paracetamol (1000mg)
- Pack
- packet of 100 ml Injection
- Dosage form
- Injection
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
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The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.