For the use of a Registered Medical Practitioner, a Hospital or a Laboratory only
COMPOSITION
Each 5 ml of TGON-2 contains
Ibuprofen 100 mg
Paracetamol 162.5 mg
CATEGORY analgesic,antipyretic and anti-inflammatory
INDICATIONS
Fever
Mild to moderate pain
Pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal and joint disorders.
MODE OF ACTION
Ibuprofen blocks COX enzyme that is responsible for the synthesis of pro-inflammatory prostaglandins
paracetamol increases pain threshold and also blocks pyrogens
DOSAGE
dose of paracetamol 15 mg/kg/dose q 6hly
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Active peptic ulcer, history of hypersensitivity to either component, recent GI bleeding, neonates.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Bronchial asthma, renal or hepatic disorders, bleeding disorders, CV diseases, hypertension, patients on anticoagulants, aspirin/NSAIDs induced allergy, pregnancy & lactation.
ADVERSE DRUG REACTIONS
Dyspepsia, heart burn, GI bleeding, rash, asthmatic attacks, thrombocytopenia,
drug induced ulcer, drowsiness, hepatic necrosis, renal papillary necrosis, vision disturbances & disorientation; rarely nausea & vomiting can occur.
Potentially Fatal: Hematemesis, agranulocytosis, severe allergic reaction.
SALIENT FEATURES
ibuprofen and paracetamol combination is more effective in pyrexia than paracetamol
(ref:BMJ 2006;334:4-5)
TGON-2 has rapid antipyretic effect
WARNING!
Be sure to consult your doctor before taking any medication!
"The information containes herein is not intended to cover all possible uses,directions,precautions,warnings,drug interactions, allergic reactions,or adverse effects.if you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor"
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