Crocin 650 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Crocin 650 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Crocin 650 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Crocin 650 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Crocin 650 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Crocin 650 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Crocin 650 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Crocin 650 Tablet related warnings section.
Crocin 650 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Crocin 650 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Crocin 650 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Crocin 650 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Crocin 650 Tablet 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Crocin 650 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Crocin is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Crocin 650 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Crocin is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Crocin 650 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Crocin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Crocin 650 Tablet 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 650 Tablet on the Heart?
Crocin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Crocin 650 Tablet 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 650 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Crocin 650 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Crocin 650 Tablet 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 650 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Crocin 650 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Crocin 650 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Crocin 650 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Crocin 650 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Crocin 650 Tablet
Taking Crocin 650 Tablet 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
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