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Aceto, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops, Syrup, Suspension, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. The alternative uses of Aceto have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aceto. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aceto as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Aceto are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Aceto has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Aceto has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aceto related warnings section.
Aceto 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 Aceto contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Aceto have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Aceto, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Aceto 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 |
Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aceto is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Aceto safe for pregnant women?
Aceto is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Aceto safe during breastfeeding?
Aceto is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Aceto on the Kidneys?
Aceto has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aceto on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Aceto. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Aceto only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Aceto on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Aceto on the heart have been reported.
Aceto 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 Aceto unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aceto habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Aceto.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Aceto will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Aceto is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aceto for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aceto
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Aceto with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aceto
Consumption of alcohol and Aceto together may have severe effects on your health.
No harmful interactions have been reported between Aceto and codeine. Do not take it until and unless prescribed. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant medicinal side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, and tremors after taking Aceto. Inform your doctor immediately.
Aceto is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Aceto 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.
Yes, Aceto can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
Yes, Aceto 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.
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)