Armix 400mg/500mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is armix 400mg/500mg tablet used for?
Armix 400mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of Ibuprofen (400mg) and Paracetamol (500mg), used for relief of pain and fever. Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain, while Paracetamol works on the brain to lower fever and relieve pain. It is commonly used for headaches, toothaches, menstrual cramps, and muscle aches.
- Generic Name: Ibuprofen + Paracetamol
- Manufacturer: BPL
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ armix 400mg/500mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Mild to moderate pain, fever, inflammation (e.g., headache, dental pain, dysmenorrhea, osteoarthritis).
Off-label uses: Patent ductus arteriosus closure (ibuprofen), migraine (paracetamol).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ibuprofen + Paracetamol |
| Brand Name | Adiflam Plus 400 mg/500 mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | BPL |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID) + Analgesic/Antipyretic |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Ibuprofen inhibits COX-1 and COX-2, reducing prostaglandin synthesis; Paracetamol inhibits COX in CNS, reducing pain and fever.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take armix 400mg/500mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of armix 400mg/500mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Dyspepsia
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Rash
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- GI bleeding
- Renal failure
- Hepatotoxicity
- Cardiovascular events
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Aplastic anemia
- Agranulocytosis
- Pancreatitis
- Anaphylaxis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Aspirin | Moderate | Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding |
| ACE inhibitors | Moderate | Reduced antihypertensive effect |
| Lithium | Moderate | Increased lithium levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Methotrexate
- Lithium
- Aspirin
- Other NSAIDs
โก Moderate Interactions
- ACE inhibitors
- Diuretics
- Anticoagulants
- Corticosteroids
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Caffeine
- Cholestyramine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption; avoid high-fat meals.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased risk of GI bleeding and hepatotoxicity.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, active GI bleeding, severe renal/hepatic impairment, third trimester pregnancy, history of asthma with NSAIDs.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, hepatic function, blood pressure, signs of GI bleeding.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Ibuprofen: Safe in low doses; Paracetamol: Safe.
๐ Overdose Management
Activated charcoal, supportive care; for paracetamol overdose: N-acetylcysteine.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose.