Propyphenazone
Generic medicine reference
Overview
Propyphenazone is analgesic and antipyretic agent. Propyphenazone is given by mouth or rectally in the treatment of pain and fever.
Indications
Propyphenazone is primarily indicated in conditions like Fever, Pain.
Contraindications
Propyphenazone is contraindicated in conditions like Porphyrias.
Side Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Propyphenazone are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Tiredness, Headache, Nausea.
Warnings
The drug should not be used in patients having family history of porphyria. It should not be used in condition with ear discharge or perforated tympanic membrane.
High Risk Groups
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
75 to 150 mg (110 (112.5)) 12 hourly PO —
Child Dosage
( ) — Not recommended in this age group
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Propyphenazone was found.
Storage
Tab, Suppositories Protect from Sunlight.
Available Brands in Pakistan
2 active brands listed alphabetically.
CYSTALGON
ActivePACIFIC PHARMACEUTICALS LTD.
DML: CYSTALGON
Tabs
QUTALIDON
ActiveGENOME PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD
DML: QUTALIDON
Tabs
For educational purposes only. Check current guidelines and consult a qualified healthcare professional before making clinical decisions.