Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg

About Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg

Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg Uses

• Relief from mild to moderate pain such as headache and toothache.
• Reduction of fever associated with common infections.
• Management of muscle aches and joint pain.
• Relief from menstrual cramps and mild body pain.
• Short term use for cold and flu related discomfort.

Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg Benefits

• Dual action formula combining two effective pain relieving agents.
• Quick relief within thirty to sixty minutes of intake.
• Affordable option widely available at pharmacies across Pakistan.
• Suitable for occasional use in most healthy adults.
• Low risk of drowsiness compared to stronger pain medicines.

Pharmacies in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi keep Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg on their regular shelves as a common pain and fever remedy. Many households in these cities use it for everyday aches.

Aspirin works by blocking prostaglandins, chemicals that cause pain and inflammation in the body. Paracetamol adds further pain relief and lowers fever through a separate pathway in the brain.

Adults should take this combination only as directed on the pack or by a pharmacist. Long term or frequent use needs a doctor's advice, especially for people with stomach issues.

Drug Class

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic combination.
• Antipyretic and pain relieving medication.
• Over the counter combination analgesic.

Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg formula

• Aspirin
• Paracetamol

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg?

• Oral intake with a full glass of water, preferably after food.
• One to two tablets every four to six hours as needed for pain or fever.
• Maximum of eight tablets in twenty four hours for adults.
• Short term use only, generally not beyond ten days without medical advice.
• Consultation with a doctor before use in children under sixteen years.

Drug Interactions

Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg may interact with other medicines, changing their effect or increasing side effect risk. A pharmacist or doctor should review other medicines before use.

• Warfarin And Blood Thinners: Increased bleeding risk when combined with this tablet.
• Other NSAIDs: Higher chance of stomach irritation and ulcers with combined use.
• Methotrexate: Reduced clearance of methotrexate from the body, raising toxicity risk.
• ACE Inhibitors: Decreased blood pressure lowering effect when taken together regularly.

Risks and warnings

• Stomach Irritation: Increased risk of ulcers or bleeding with long term or high dose use, especially on an empty stomach.
• Reye Syndrome: Avoidance in children and teenagers with viral infections due to a rare but serious brain and liver condition linked to aspirin.
• Liver Function: Caution advised in patients with existing liver disease because of the paracetamol component.
• Bleeding Disorders: Higher bleeding risk in patients on blood thinners or with clotting disorders.

Side Effects

Apcom Tablet 300mg / 200mg is generally well tolerated when taken as directed. Some people may still notice mild reactions.

• Mild stomach upset or heartburn after taking the tablet.
• Nausea or occasional vomiting in sensitive individuals.
• Mild drowsiness in some patients.
• Skin rash or itching in rare cases.
• Ringing in the ears with prolonged high dose use.

Serious side effects are uncommon but require prompt medical attention.

• Signs of stomach bleeding such as black stools or vomiting blood.
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of the face or throat.
• Unusual bruising or prolonged bleeding from cuts.
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes suggesting liver stress.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the blister pack out of reach of children at all times.