Description
Paracetamol Dosage Directions
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Paracetamol dosage should be taken only through prescription and is usually prescribed to be taken with water.
Dosage per day
The usual recommended dosage of Paracetamol ranges between 325 mg to 650 mg, taken orally every 4 to 6 hours (or 1000 mg every 6 to 8 hours taken rectally).
Paracetamol Storage
Paracetamol is stored at room temperature (25 degree Celsius) away from heat, moisture and direct light. It is strictly recommended to be kept away from reach of children and pets.
Paracetamol Side effects
Common side effects of Paracetamol include
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Headache or nausea,
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Stomach upset or stomach pain.
Serious side effects of Paracetamol include
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Breathing problems and unusual bleeding or bruising,
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Unusual weakness or tiredness and fever,
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Yellowing of skin or eyes or sore throat,
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Trouble in passing urine or change in amount of urine expelled,
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Severe allergic manifestations such as itching or hives, skin rash and swelling of face, lips or tongue.
Paracetamol Precautions to be followed
Is strictly not recommended in alcoholic individuals and pregnant women.
Do not take Paracetamol if you are pregnant (or planning to become pregnant), breastfeeding or alcoholic.
Do not take this drug if you suffer from any allergies.
Avoid Paracetamol if you are allergic to any of its active or inactive components.
Consult your medical professional if you have any medical history.
Individuals suffering with liver or kidney impairment, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase enzyme (G6PD) deficiency, diabetes or phenylketonuria (PKU) are usually not recommended to take Paracetamol.
Paracetamol Benefits
Paracetamol is widely used and most preferred painkiller medication due to its safety profile and fast and effective nature and found to have no anti-inflammatory effect (irritate stomach and cause peptic ulcers).