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Kongesic is used to treat the following -
Main 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kongesic is used -
Common
Is the use of Kongesic safe for pregnant women?
Kongesic may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Kongesic, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Kongesic safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Kongesic. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Kongesic on the Kidneys?
Kongesic rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kongesic on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Kongesic on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Kongesic on the Heart?
Side effects of Kongesic rarely affect the heart.
Kongesic should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kongesic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kongesic habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Kongesic cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kongesic, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Kongesic can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Kongesic only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Kongesic in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Kongesic
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Kongesic with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kongesic
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Kongesic and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, you can use Kongesic 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 Kongesic. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.
Yes, you can take Kongesic with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. But you're recommended to consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.
No, Kongesic is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without further delay.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Kongesic 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.
Kongesic is primarily not used to treat a common cold and sore throat. It can only relieve cold-related symptoms such as a fever, headache, earache, and aching joints. It doesn't help in relieving cough or stuffy nose.
This medicine data has been created by -
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