This medication description is not meant for treatment prescription without the intervention of a specialist.

Common Uses

Metamizol is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), commonly used in many countries as a powerful painkiller and fever reducer.

How to Take

The dosage and duration of the treatment must be determined according to the severity of the pain syndrome. The common dose in the adults is 250 to 500 mg (1 to 2 tablets) 2 or 3 times daily. The maximum dose is 3 g/24h. In over 15 year-old children the Metamizol dose is 250 mg.

Warning and Precautions

Metamizol may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Metamizol with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

Do not take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.

If your symptoms do not get better within 5 to 7 days or if they get worse, check with your doctor.

Metamizol may interfere with certain lab test results. Make sure that your doctor and lab personnel know that you are taking Metamizol.

Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Metamizol before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may include: blurred vision; confusion; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; severe drowsiness; unusually fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; vomiting. Visit your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Storage

Store Metamizol at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Metamizol out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects: dizziness; drowsiness; excitability; headache; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; trouble sleeping; weakness. Seek medical attention right away if any of these side effects occur.

More Information

The information given above is a summary. Your pharmacist can provide more information about Metamizol. Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use this medicine for other health conditions. If using this medicine for an extended period of time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.