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Lupicin Benefits & Uses

Lupicin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain

Other Benefits

Lupicin Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 650 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 650 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lupicin Related Warnings

Is the use of Lupicin safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Lupicin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lupicin safe during breastfeeding?

Lupicin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Lupicin on the Kidneys?

Lupicin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lupicin on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Lupicin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lupicin on the Heart?

Lupicin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lupicin with Other Drugs

Lupicin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Lupicin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lupicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Lupicin

Is this Lupicin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lupicin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lupicin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Lupicin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lupicin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lupicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lupicin

There is no information on the effects of taking Lupicin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lupicin

Taking alcohol with Lupicin can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lupicin

Question about 5 years ago

What are the uses of Lupicin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Lupicin is primarily used to reduce pain and fever. It can a for other conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, backache, toothaches, and colds.

Question about 5 years ago

What is the treatment for Lupicin poisoning?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

As we know Lupicin is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Lupicin ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Lupicin poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Lupicin work?

Although it's believed that Lupicin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Lupicin?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Lupicin is a brand name for paracetamol. It is an analgesic and antipyretic medication used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever. Even WHO has considered this drug to be an essential medicine for basic healthcare requirements. Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used 'over-the-counter' medicine. It is often prescribed as one of the first-line treatment options for pain and fever with minimum side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Lupicin in migraine?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Lupicin in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than Lupicin. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.