Actatense 450 mg Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 19 July 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Symptomatic relief of mild to moderate pain and fever.
Dosage (summary)
1-2 tablets every 4 hours as needed; max 8 tablets/day.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30-60 mins, Duration: 6-8 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly patients
- Impaired liver function
- Impaired kidney function
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety not established; crosses placenta and secreted in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- Alcohol
- CNS depressants
- Warfarin
- Antiepileptics
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to ingredients
- Severe liver impairment
- Respiratory depression
- Bronchial asthma
- Heart failure
- Acute alcoholism
- Children under 12 years
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
Counselling Points
- Do not exceed recommended dosage
- Consult doctor if no relief
- Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants
Serious warnings
- Risk of overdose leading to severe liver damage
- Potential for dependency and addiction
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