Falgan Infusion 1gm

About Falgan Infusion 1gm

Falgan Infusion 1gm Uses

• Short term treatment of fever in hospitalized patients
• Moderate pain relief after surgery
• Pain from headache, toothache or backache when oral medicine is not possible
• Osteoarthritis related pain
• Fever and body aches linked to cold or flu when admitted for care

Falgan Infusion 1gm Benefits

• Rapid onset of pain relief within 5 to 10 minutes
• Useful when a patient cannot take medicine by mouth
• Helps reduce the need for opioid painkillers after surgery
• Precise, weight based dosing through controlled infusion
• Generally well tolerated with a low rate of stomach upset

What Experts Say

Paracetamol works mainly through the central nervous system. It inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes in the brain and spinal cord, which lowers prostaglandin production. This reduces pain signaling and resets the hypothalamic temperature set point, producing both analgesic and antipyretic effects without significant peripheral anti-inflammatory action.

The intravenous route gives a faster and more predictable onset than oral tablets, usually within 5 to 10 minutes, with peak effect around one hour. This makes it useful when a patient cannot swallow or needs quick pain control after surgery. Clinicians often combine it with other analgesics to reduce opioid requirements during the postoperative period.

Paracetamol has a narrow safety margin once the total daily dose is exceeded, since the liver converts a small fraction into a toxic metabolite that can cause hepatotoxicity. Dosing is calculated by body weight, especially in patients under 50 kilograms, and daily limits must account for any other paracetamol containing products the patient is taking.

Drug Class

• Non opioid analgesic
• Antipyretic
• Para aminophenol derivative

Falgan Infusion 1gm formula

• Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) 1g/100ml

Available forms

• IV Infusion (100ml Vial)

How to use Falgan Infusion 1gm?

• Administered only by a doctor or trained healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting
• Given as an intravenous infusion over 15 minutes
• Dose is calculated according to body weight, especially for patients under 50 kilograms
• Doses are usually spaced at least 4 hours apart
• Not intended for self administration at home

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin: Regular use of paracetamol can enhance the blood thinning effect and raise bleeding risk.
• Enzyme Inducing Anticonvulsants: Carbamazepine, phenytoin and similar drugs can increase the risk of liver toxicity.
• Rifampicin: This antibiotic can increase paracetamol breakdown into harmful liver metabolites.
• Chronic Alcohol Use: Raises the risk of liver damage when combined with paracetamol.
• Probenecid: May reduce clearance of paracetamol, requiring dose adjustment.

Risks and warnings

• Liver Toxicity: Exceeding the recommended daily dose can cause serious, potentially fatal liver damage.
• Low Body Weight: Patients under 50 kilograms need a reduced dose to avoid accidental overdose.
• Liver Disease: Use with caution in patients with existing liver impairment or chronic alcohol use.
• Dehydration or Malnutrition: Chronically malnourished or dehydrated patients face a higher risk of liver injury.
• Hidden Overdose Risk: Taking other paracetamol containing medicines alongside this infusion can push the total daily dose too high.
• Allergic Reaction: Rare cases of rash, swelling or breathing difficulty require immediate medical attention.

Falgan Infusion 1gm Side Effects

• Nausea
• Injection site pain or redness
• Low blood pressure during infusion
• Headache
• Itching or mild skin rash
• Abnormal liver enzyme levels on blood tests
• Rare allergic reactions including swelling or difficulty breathing

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Do not freeze the infusion vial
• Keep the glass vial in its outer carton until ready for use
• Use immediately once opened and discard any unused portion
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use if the solution appears discolored or contains particles