Centamol 125 Mg Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Centamol Information

Centamol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Drops. Fever, Headache, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Centamol have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Centamol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Centamol as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Centamol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Centamol has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Centamol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Centamol related warnings section.

Centamol 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 Centamol contraindications section.

Besides this, Centamol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Centamol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Centamol Benefits & Uses
Centamol Dosage & How to Take
Centamol Side Effects
Centamol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Centamol with Other Drugs
Centamol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Centamol
Centamol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Centamol Benefits & Uses

Centamol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain

Other Benefits

Centamol 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
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Centamol Related Warnings

Is the use of Centamol safe for pregnant women?

Centamol is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Centamol safe during breastfeeding?

Centamol does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Centamol on the Kidneys?

Centamol rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Centamol on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Centamol. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Centamol only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Centamol on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Centamol with Other Drugs

Centamol 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

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Centamol Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Centamol

Is this Centamol habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Centamol.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Centamol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Centamol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Centamol is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Centamol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Centamol

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Centamol, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Centamol

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Centamol

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Centamol with aspirin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Centamol 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Centamol with an antihistamine?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Centamol 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Centamol without food?

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

Yes, you can take Centamol 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 about 5 years ago

What are the uses of Centamol?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Centamol is primarily used to reduce pain and fever. It can a for other conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, backache, toothaches, and colds.

Question over 4 years ago

What precautions should be taken while taking Centamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Centamol is a safe drug no much precautions are to be taken. However, alcohol should be completely avoided. If you have any previous history of kidney and liver diseases keep your doctor informed before taking this drug.