Optalidon tablet 175mg / 25mg

About Optalidon tablet 175mg / 25mg

Optalidon Tablet Uses

• Relief of mild to moderate headache, including tension headache.
• Menstrual cramps and period pain.
• Dental pain and toothache.
• Muscle aches and joint pain.
• Aches and fever that come with a cold or flu.

Optalidon Tablet Benefits

• Eases pain and lowers fever with one tablet.
• Caffeine helps the pain reliever work better and may lift tiredness from a headache.
• Small tablet that is easy to take with water.

What Experts Say

Optalidon combines propyphenazone with caffeine. Propyphenazone is a pain reliever and fever reducer from the pyrazolone family. It works by lowering the body chemicals, called prostaglandins, that trigger pain and fever. It is usually sold without a prescription in many countries for short spells of pain.

Caffeine is added because it is known to strengthen the effect of simple pain relievers in headache. It also widens tired blood vessels in the head in a way that may ease the ache and reduce drowsiness. People often use it for tension headaches, menstrual pain and dental pain when a simple tablet is enough.

Medical guidance keeps this product for short spells of pain, not long term use. Pyrazolone drugs can rarely cause allergic reactions or a drop in white blood cells, so anyone with a fever, sore throat or unusual bruising after taking it should stop and see a doctor. Never combine it with other pain relievers without medical advice.

Drug Class

• Pyrazolone analgesic and antipyretic combined with a central nervous system stimulant (caffeine).

Optalidon tablet 175mg / 25mg formula

• Propyphenazone
• Caffeine

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Optalidon tablet 175mg / 25mg?

• Optalidon should be taken with water, preferably after food to reduce stomach upset.
• Follow the dose printed on the pack or advised by your doctor, and do not exceed the daily limit.
• Use only for a few days. See a doctor if pain lasts longer than three days or fever lasts longer than three days.
• Space doses evenly and avoid extra tea, coffee or energy drinks while taking it.

Drug Interactions

• Blood thinners such as warfarin: Pain relievers of this type may change bleeding risk, so a doctor should be told.
• Other pain relievers such as aspirin or ibuprofen: Taking them together raises the chance of stomach irritation and side effects.
• Other caffeine or stimulant products: Combined use may cause jitteriness, fast heartbeat and poor sleep.

Risks and warnings

• Allergy history: Do not use Optalidon if you have had allergic reactions to propyphenazone, aspirin, ibuprofen or similar pain relievers.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Ask a doctor first. Avoid it in the last three months of pregnancy.
• Blood and liver problems: Not suitable for people with certain blood disorders, G6PD deficiency, porphyria or severe liver or kidney disease.
• Children: Not recommended for young children unless a doctor advises it.
• Caffeine sensitivity: Limit other caffeine sources if you have palpitations, anxiety or trouble sleeping.

Optalidon Tablet Side Effects

• Nausea or upset stomach
• Skin rash or itching
• Dizziness
• Restlessness or trouble sleeping (from caffeine)
• Fast heartbeat
• Rare: sore throat, fever or unusual bruising (possible blood cell problem)

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.
• Protect from light and moisture.
• Do not use after the expiry date.
• Keep out of reach of children.