Buy One Get One free -Llimited Time Offer X
Crocin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension, Liquid, Drops, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Crocin have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Crocin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Crocin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Crocin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Crocin is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Crocin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Crocin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Crocin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Crocin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Crocin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Crocin is used to treat the following -
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 |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Is the use of Crocin safe for pregnant women?
Crocin is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Crocin safe during breastfeeding?
Crocin is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Crocin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Crocin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Crocin on the Liver?
Crocin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Crocin on the Heart?
Crocin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Crocin 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 Crocin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Crocin habit forming or addictive?
Crocin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Crocin as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Crocin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Crocin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Crocin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Crocin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Crocin
Taking Crocin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
As we know Crocin 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 Crocin ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Crocin 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.
Although it's believed that Crocin 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.
Yes, Crocin can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, you can take Crocin with or without food, because it doesn't irritate the stomach lining, unlike other drugs. However, if you are taking NSAIDs (painkillers) such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen along with paracetamol it is best to take them with a light meal or a glass of milk.
Crocin is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.
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)