Esgipyrin-A biguanide hypoglycemic agent with actions and uses similar to those of metformin. Although it is generally considered to be associated with an unacceptably high incidence of lactic acidosis, often fatal.
Prescription: Yes
Warnings: Taking more than the daily prescribed dose of ESGIPYRIN A TABLET 15'S may cause liver damage or allergic reactions like swelling of the mouth, face, throat, difficulty in breathing, skin rash or itching. Most of the cases of liver injury are associated with the use of paracetamol. Gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcer formation is commonly observed with the use of ESGIPYRIN A TABLET 15'S, so the doctor may prescribe you the lowest dose available. Do not take ESGIPYRIN A TABLET 15'S if you have asthma or allergies to pain killers, heart, kidney and liver conditions. ESGIPYRIN A TABLET 15'S should not be taken during pregnancy or by breastfeeding mothers as it may affect baby.
Medicine Interaction: ESGIPYRIN A TABLET 15'S interact with cholesterol lowering drugs (cholestyramine), charcoal, medicine to stop vomiting (domperidone, metochlopramide), alcohol, anti HIV drug (zidovudine), blood thinner (warfarin), blood pressure lowering medicine, anti cancer or anti arthritis drug (methotrexate) may lead to drug toxicity or affect the working of ESGIPYRIN A TABLET 15'S. So, contact the doctor before taking these medicines.
Drug Schedule: Schedule H Prescription Drug
Side Effects: GI disturbances, headache, dizziness, rash, GI bleeding, peptic ulceration, abnormalities of kidney function. Pain and tissue damage at Inj site (IM), local irritation (rectal), transient burning and stinging (ophthalmic).
Potentially Fatal: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, exfoliative dermatitis, toxic epidermal necrolysis.
How to Store it: Store Protect from moisture,at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
Precautions: Before using Esgipyrin-A Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Avoid driving and operate dangerous machinery, Avoid using it if allergic to paracetamol, Do not take paracetamol if you consume alcoholic beverages every day, Gastro-intestinal disorders, History of gastroulceration, Patients recovering after a surgery, Severe cardiac impairment, Severe hepatic impairment, Severe renal impairment, Usage of diuretics.
Missed Dose: In case you miss a dose, use it as soon as you notice. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule. Do not use extra dose to make up for a missed dose. If you are regularly missing doses, consider setting an alarm or asking a family member to remind you. Please consult your doctor to discuss changes in your dosing schedule or a new schedule to make up for missed doses, if you have missed too many doses recently.
