Saridon: A Definite End To The Nagging Headache

Every one of us have experienced headache at least once in our lifetime. It is bothersome, nagging, and intrudes our daily activities. Whenever one suffers a headache, advises regarding its cure, come flowing in from people around us. Most of them claim that their treatment option is the best. But, we all should remember, that all remedies are not for all.

Headache is the pain which occurs in any region of the head. It can be of different intensities and lasts for different durations. Based on the causes of headache, it can be of two types:

1. Primary headache

Primary headache is due to the stimulation of pain sensitive structures around the head and includes the following types:

·     Tension headache: A commonly occurring, mild-dull pain either in the forehead or on both the sides of the head which can spread towards the neck occasionally.

·   Migraine: A throbbing or pulsating pain which usually occurs on a single side of the head and can last for 4-72 hours. It occasionally occurs with an aura and can worsen with activity.

·   Cluster headache: One of the severe headaches which usually occurs on one side of the head. It is episodic and starts suddenly. Each episode can last for 1-3 months. The headache can peak within minutes and will subside in an hour. The pain is very severe and can awaken the sufferer from sleep. Unlike migraine, cluster headache can lead to agitation and restlessness. 

2. Secondary headache

Secondary headache occurs due to any disease condition which irritates the pain sensitive nerves of the head. These conditions can include: Dehydration, sinus headache, blood clots in the brain, excess alcohol consumption, viral infections, etc.

There are several reasons for headache which may include:

·  Food sensitivities: Foods such as aspartame, caffeine, chocolate, alcohol, cheese etc. can trigger headache;

·      Low levels of estrogen;

·      Extended periods of bending over the desk;

·      Lack of physical activity (however vigorous exercise can also lead to exertional headache);

·      Certain medications;

·      Eating and sleeping patterns;

·      Noise or glare;

·      Anxiety 

The diagnosis of the headache is based on the type of pain, pattern of attack, duration and frequency. Complicated cases of headache need to be diagnosed with brain scans.

Common Home Remedies For A Headache

For some, home remedies can work well and serve as excellent treatment to relieve headache. They include:

• Scalp massage – Gentle massage on the scalp may relieve headache and leave you refreshed. Massaging at the base of the skull or at certain points of the hand and feet can relieve migraine.
• Oils – Rosemary oil, lavender oil, and peppermint oil work as wonderful home remedies to combat different types of headaches.
• Herbal drugs – Cloves, cinnamon, basil, ginger, mint, fever-few, and flaxseed are proven to be effective remedies for relieving headache.

Saridon- The best and trusted remedy for headache

Saridon is prescribed for treatment of headache. It relieves pain within 30 minutes and is more efficacious over paracetamol, aspirin and ibuprofen. Saridon is effective in relieving mild to severe headaches.

Adult dose of Saridon is 1 tablet every 3-4 hours. However, up to 3 tablets may be taken per day, keeping a time space of at least 3-4 hours between two tablets, if necessary.

Saridon contains paracetamol (250 mg), propyphenazone (150 mg) and caffeine (50 mg) which act together to reduce headache by 3 different mechanisms:

• Paracetamol, propyphenazone and caffeine block the release of prostaglandin at the site of damage;
• Paracetamol prevents the pain signal transmission from nerves to the brain;
• Paracetamol also modulates the decision of the brain thereby reducing the intensity of the pain perceived.

Not only can Saridon work to relieve headache, but also it is effective for toothache, menstrual pain, rheumatic pain, pain associated with cold and flu, and postoperative pain.

Saridon should not be taken for longer duration by the patients with kidney or liver problems. Use of Saridon should be restricted by patients with Gilbert's syndrome, or hematopoietic dysfunction.

Patients with the following conditions should consult the doctor before taking Saridon:

• Allergic to paracetamol, propyphenazone and caffeine
• Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
• Suffered from or is suffering from an illness

Women who have headache during pregnancy should avoid taking Saridon without consulting the doctor.

With Saridon, headache is no longer a nuisance; it is rather, a common, easily treatable ailment. Don’t let headache spoil your day, interfere with your commitments- personal or professional, or refrain you from enjoying your life. Just one Saridon can help you get rid off that pounding feeling in your head; you can again enjoy the peace, the serenity, and the calmness of your being.