Overview
Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
All substitutes
Quick tips
Fact box
FAQs

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Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops

Marketer

Medicamento Pharma

SALT COMPOSITION

Paracetamol (100mg)

Salt Synonyms

Acetaminophen

Storage

Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is a widely prescribed medicine that helps to ease pain and bring down high body temperature (fever). In children, it treats conditions like headache, toothache, body ache, fever, and common cold.

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is given orally preferably at a fixed time every day. Though this medicine can be taken before or after food, it is best given after food as it can irritate the inner lining of an empty stomach. The dose and duration will depend upon your child’s age, body weight, and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the medicine, let the child calm down and repeat the same dose. Redosing is not recommended if your child vomits more than 30 minutes after taking a dose.

Do not give your child Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops along with other medicines (many cold and flu medicines and other painkillers) that contain paracetamol, as this may result in overdosing and cause dangerous side effects such as hepatotoxicity (liver damage). Always check the ingredients of any other medicines before giving them to your child in combination with this medicine.

Generally, this medicine is well-tolerated by the children. However, temporary side effects such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting may occur in some children. Consult your doctor in case these episodes become bothersome for your child.

This medicine is often considered safe and effective but may not be suitable for everybody. Inform your doctor if your child is undergoing treatment for any blood-related disorder, is allergic to any medicinal compound, or has any birth defects, liver impairment, or kidney dysfunction. This will help your child’s doctor evaluate the dose and suitability of this medicine in a better way.

Uses of Para Mento Oral Drops

Benefits of Para Mento Oral Drops

In Pain relief

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage. Take it as it is prescribed 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. It is also the first choice of painkiller during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

In Treatment of Fever

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.

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Side effects of Para Mento Oral Drops

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 Para Mento

Nausea
Indigestion
Vomiting
Stomach pain

How to use Para Mento Oral Drops

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is to be taken with food.

How Para Mento Oral Drops works

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops possesses analgesic (pain-reliever) and antipyretic (lowers body temperature) properties. It provides relief by blocking certain chemical messengers and pathways in the brain that send signals about pain and fever.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for children with kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Para Mento Oral Drops?

Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

All substitutes

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

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Give Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops to your child with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
Your child should not take more than four doses of this medicine in 24 hours, so wait up to 6 hours between doses.
Never give any other medicine formulation containing paracetamol along with this medicine as that may lead to serious side effects.
Inform the doctor if your child has liver disease as the dose may need to be adjusted.
If Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops does not seem to be helping your child, contact your doctor for advice. Do not give extra doses.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

P-Aminophenol Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Analgesic & Antipyretic-PCM

FAQs

How much Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops should I give to my child?

Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding how much of the medicine to give and how often to give it. This depends on the strength of the medicine and the age of your child. You may also check the label or the leaflet inside the packaging for directions before use. The commonly recommended dose is 10-15 mg/kg per dose every 4 to 6 hours. In case you are not sure how much to give, consult your child’s doctor.

When will my child’s condition improve after taking Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops?

Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops usually starts working within 30 to 60 mins of intake and shows its peak effect within 3 to 4 hours. Your child may start to feel better after a few doses. In case the pain or fever persists longer, consult your child’s doctor immediately.

My child vomited after taking Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops. What should I do?

Can I give Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops to my child for low-grade fever?

You can give this medicine if your child has a temperature of 38.3°C (101°F) or higher. But, you must always try to speak to your child’s doctor first.

My child’s fever is persistent even after taking Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops. What should I do?

If the fever doesn't come down after the initial few doses, the cause might be an infection (virus or bacteria). It is advised to consult your child’s doctor for specific treatment.

How much of Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops is considered as an overdose?

You should only take four doses of Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4-6 hours between two doses. Do not take it for more than 3 days without first talking to your doctor. Based on the dose, more than 250 mg/kg can lead to toxicity and can be potentially fatal. An overdose is capable of causing serious damage to the liver and kidneys. Inform your doctor immediately if you think you have given too much of this medicine to your child, even if your child seems well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage.

Is there any special diet my child needs to follow while taking this medicine?

Unless instructed by your doctor, your child should take a normal balanced diet while continuing this medicine as lack of nutrition can put your child at risk of developing medicinal toxicity.

Where should I store this medicine?

Keep this medicine at room temperature in a dry place beyond the reach of the children.

In what conditions Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops must be given with caution?

It is advised to use Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops with caution if the child has malnutrition, G6PD deficiency, liver disease, or any medicinal allergy. So, do not hesitate to share your child’s complete medical history with the doctor as that will help the doctor decide whether the medicine is safe for your child or not.

Can I give Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops on a routine basis when my child is taking a vaccine?

Ans: Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, it is best if you let your child recover from the ongoing illness and finish the course of the medicine As soon as a child is feeling better the vaccine can and should be given.

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Marketer details

Name: Medicamento Pharma

Address: Plot No- 315, Ground Floor, Industrial Area, Phase-2 Panchkula, 134113, Haryana, India.

Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: August, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Para Mento 100mg Oral Drops. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: care@1mg.com
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

MRP

₹53

Inclusive of all taxes

30.0 ml in 1 bottle

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