Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet
Salt Composition:Codeine 10mg + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) 500mg
Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet is a pain relieving medicine. It is used in the treatment of various conditions such as muscle ache, back pain, joint pain, menstrual cramps, and toothache. Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it. Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, and sleepiness. If you experience any such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms. Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. It should be used with caution in patients who are alcoholic or have liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Last updated on: 28-10-2023
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Quick Summary
Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet is a pain relieving medicine. It is used in the treatment of various conditions such as muscle ache, back pain, joint pain, menstrual cramps, and toothache. Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it. Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, and sleepiness. If you experience any such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms. Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. It should be used with caution in patients who are alcoholic or have liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Benefits of Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet
Pain relief
In Pain relief Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet is used to get relief from short term pain in conditions like muscle, back pain, toothache and menstrual pain. It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain. This helps reduce discomfort and thus improve the quality of your life. 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.
Side Effects of Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet
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. ['Vomiting, Constipation, Dizziness, Sleepiness']
Directions for Use
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. Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Paracetamol and Codeine. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain. Codeine is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.
Alcohol
UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg 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.
Driving
UNSAFE - Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, blurred vision or the inability to think clearly.
Kidney
CAUTION - Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION - Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What If You Forget to take Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Kongesic 500 mg/10 mg 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.
Storage Advice
Store below 30°C
Manufacturer Address
1/332, Otthappatti, Karuppayurani Post, Madurai, Tamil Nadu 625020
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