Bofalgan Injection uses include the treatment of moderate pain and fever when oral medications cannot be taken or when quick relief is needed. It contains Paracetamol in injectable form, which works by blocking the production of pain-causing chemicals (prostaglandins) in the brain, providing rapid relief from pain and fever, especially after surgery or in hospital settings.
Your doctor might give you Bofalgan Injection for:
Post-operative pain
Moderate pain relief
Fever reduction
Headache and body aches
Dental pain
Pain when oral medication is not possible
Pre-operative medication
Pain during medical procedures
This injection is given by healthcare professionals only.
1 ampoule or 1 vial every 4-6 hours
Maximum: 4 injections per day
Given by doctor/nurse only
Dose based on child's weight
How It Is Given:
Administered by a doctor or nurse only.
Given as intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV) injection.
IV infusion given over 15 minutes.
Minimum 4-hour gap between doses.
Don't use Bofalgan Injection if you:
Are allergic to Paracetamol
Have severe liver disease or liver failure
Have severe active liver problems
Weigh less than 33kg (for adult formulation)
Talk with your doctor first if you:
Have liver problems
Have kidney problems
Have chronic alcohol use
Are malnourished or underweight
Have G6PD deficiency
Are taking other paracetamol-containing medicines
Are pregnant or breastfeeding
Are dehydrated
Also, remember:
Do not exceed maximum daily dose
Do not take other paracetamol products while using this
Inform doctor of all medications you are taking
Regular liver function tests may be required
Most people handle Bofalgan Injection well, but side effects can happen.
Pain at injection site
Burning sensation at injection site
Nausea
Drop in blood pressure
Skin redness or flushing
General feeling of being unwell
Allergic reaction
Liver damage
Severe skin reactions
Blood disorders
Anaphylactic shock
Store at room temperature (below 30°C)
Protect from light
Do not freeze
Keep out of reach of children
Do not use if solution is cloudy or contains particles
Do not use after expiry date
Bofalgan Injection is available as:
300mg/2ml: Pack of 5 ampoules
1g/100ml: Single vial for IV infusion
It is a prescription-only medication due to its potential side effects and to prevent misuse.
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