Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of headache. It helps relieve headache by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that causes headache.

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet1 and Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet2.

Uses of Fastac Plus Tablet

Treatment of Headache

Benefits of Fastac Plus Tablet

In Treatment of Headache

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet is a painkiller used to treat headache. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. By treating headache, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life. Take Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time.

Side effects of Fastac Plus Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fastac Plus

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nervousness
Irritation
Restlessness

How to use Fastac Plus Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Fastac Plus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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₹2.1/Tablet

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Quick tips

Fastac Plus Tablet

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet is used to get relief from headache.
You can take a dose of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet every 4-6 hours if needed, up to four times a day. Remember to leave at least four hours between doses and do not take more than four doses in any 24-hour period.
Taking too much of this medicine can cause damage to your liver because of the presence of paracetamol in it.
Managing your stress levels well and taking 6-7 hours of sleep at night can help prevent a headache.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Patient concerns

He has a problem of headache.what is the reason of headache in childMRI nd all reports are normal

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Migraine, Tension-type headache, Cluster headache and Chronic daily headache are few examples of reason

I am facing issue of headache from last 3-4 years.i have consulted allopathy and they have given me sibelum 10 for migrane and asked to take metopar(paracetamol) when ever pain is too much.i am nit taking sibelum now but i am taking metopar when ever required.so i want a homeopathy consultatation if it can be cured by homeopathy or the level of headache can be lowered. Currently i face headache once in a week and i had to take metopar. Kindly suggest. My weight 80 kg And i am taking some neuro medicines ( stalopam 10, amitone 10) I also have cholesterol and taking (atorec 20)

Dr. Faran Siddiqui

Homeopathy

Migraine and headache are two different things migraine is primarily headache of one side in symmetrically

FAQs

Fastac Plus Tablet

What is the rationale behind using caffeine with paracetamol?

Caffeine is often combined with paracetamol because it increases the effectiveness of paracetamol.

What if I overdose on Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet?

Contact your doctor immediately even if you feel well. An overdose of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet can cause serious liver damage. Symptoms of liver damage are fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, and yellow skin or eyes.

What is the recommended dose of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet?

The recommended doses for adults and children are different. Adults should take 1-2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not take more than 8 tablets a day. Whereas, children should be given 1 tablet every 4 hours. Do not give more than 4 tablets a day.

Can I take Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet for headache everyday?

Avoid using Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet for more than 2-3 days per week for headache. Its overuse can instead lead to the occurrence of a medicine-overuse headache.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Can the use of Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet cause damage to the liver?

Fastac Plus 50mg/650mg Tablet contains paracetamol. This medicine is known to cause harm to the liver in high doses. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with the underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes and abnormal liver enzymes.

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