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Biopyrin is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet, Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. The alternative uses of Biopyrin have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Biopyrin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Biopyrin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Biopyrin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Biopyrin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Biopyrin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Biopyrin related warnings section.
Biopyrin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Biopyrin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Biopyrin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Biopyrin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Biopyrin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Biopyrin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Biopyrin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Biopyrin without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Biopyrin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Biopyrin.
What is the effect of Biopyrin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Biopyrin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Biopyrin on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Biopyrin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Biopyrin on the Heart?
Biopyrin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Biopyrin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biopyrin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biopyrin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Biopyrin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Biopyrin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Biopyrin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Biopyrin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Biopyrin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Biopyrin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biopyrin
Consuming Biopyrin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Biopyrin that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.
Yes, Biopyrin can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Biopyrin overdose includes loss of appetite, drowsiness, seizures, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Later progressive symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark colored urine, yellowing of your skin or the white patches in your eyes, liver damage and in rare cases, it can also lead to coma. So, by any chance, if you have accidentally taken more than the required dose of Biopyrin inform your doctor immediately.
Although it's believed that Biopyrin works mainly in the central nervous system (Brain and Spine). It prevents the release of prostaglandin, which is responsible for increasing pain and body temperature. It effectively reduces the intensity of pain signals to the brain.
Biopyrin is primarily used to reduce pain and fever. It can a for other conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, backache, toothaches, and colds.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)