bitmol active 50mg/650mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is bitmol active 50mg/650mg tablet used for?
Anacin Tablet (Paracetamol + Caffeine) is used to treat PAIN ANALGESICS. It contains Caffeine (50mg) + Paracetamol (650mg), which Paracetamol: Inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 in the CNS, reducing prostaglandin synthes. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Paracetamol + Caffeine
- Manufacturer: Osvel Pharma
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ bitmol active 50mg/650mg tablet Uses & Benefits
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Paracetamol + Caffeine |
| Brand Name | Anacin Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Osvel Pharma |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | Analgesic and Antipyretic |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Paracetamol: Inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 in the CNS, reducing prostaglandin synthesis; Caffeine: Adenosine receptor antagonist, enhancing analgesic effect.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take bitmol active 50mg/650mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of bitmol active 50mg/650mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Insomnia
- Nervousness
- Dizziness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hepatotoxicity
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Anaphylaxis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Thrombocytopenia
- Agranulocytosis
- Pancreatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased INR and bleeding risk with high doses of paracetamol. |
| Alcohol | Major | Increased hepatotoxicity risk with chronic heavy use. |
| Isoniazid | Major | Increased risk of hepatotoxicity. |
| Rifampin | Major | Reduced paracetamol efficacy; increased hepatotoxicity. |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced caffeine clearance. |
| Cimetidine | Moderate | Increased caffeine levels. |
| Disulfiram | Moderate | Reduced caffeine clearance. |
| Phenytoin | Moderate | Reduced paracetamol efficacy. |
| Theophylline | Minor | Additive CNS stimulation. |
| Beta-blockers | Minor | Reduced caffeine clearance. |
| Quinolones | Minor | Reduced caffeine clearance. |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Alcohol (chronic heavy use)
- Isoniazid
- Rifampin
โก Moderate Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
- Cimetidine
- Disulfiram
- Phenytoin
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Theophylline
- Beta-blockers
- Quinolones
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption; high-fat meals may reduce peak concentration.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Chronic heavy alcohol use increases hepatotoxicity risk.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to paracetamol or caffeine; severe hepatic impairment.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function tests with prolonged use; renal function in high-risk patients.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Paracetamol is safe in usual doses; caffeine excreted in milk, limit intake.
๐ Overdose Management
Activated charcoal, N-acetylcysteine for paracetamol toxicity; supportive care for caffeine.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double.