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Pedia Benefits & Uses

Pedia is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Common Cold
Blocked Nose
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Cough

Pedia 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: strength 1000 mg paracetamol, 30 mg dextromethorphan and 60 mg pseudoephedrine in 30 ml
Adult	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 1000 mg paracetamol, 30 mg dextromethorphan and 60 mg pseudoephedrine in 30 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 1000 mg paracetamol, 30 mg dextromethorphan and 60 mg pseudoephedrine in 30 ml

Pedia Related Warnings

Is the use of Pedia safe for pregnant women?

Pedia shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Pedia safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Pedia. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pedia on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pedia. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pedia on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Pedia on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Pedia on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Pedia on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Pedia with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Leflunomide

Pilocarpine

Ethanol

Ethanol Liquid

Imatinib Mesylate

Isoniazid

Lamotrigine

Selegiline

Ergotamine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Atropine

Atenolol

Amoxapine

Escitalopram

Palonosetron

Rasagiline

Selegiline

Duloxetine

Ondansetron

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Pedia Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia
Heart Disease
Bronchitis
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney Disease
Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pedia

Is this Pedia habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Pedia cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Pedia Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pedia

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pedia, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pedia

Taking Pedia with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Pedia

Question over 5 years ago

What is Pedia?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Pedia 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 Pedia in migraine?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Pedia 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 Pedia. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Pedia without food?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, you can take Pedia 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Pedia with tramadol?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Pedia with tramadol. The combination of Pedia and tramadol are prescribed by doctors to relieve from severe to moderate pain. However, do not take it on your own.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Pedia to treat common cold and sore throat?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Pedia 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.