Paracetamol, or as it is known by its other name, acetaminophen, has been known since the beginning of the last century, but its use as a pain reliever began in the fifties of the last century.
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Paracetamol belongs to the group of non-narcotic analgesics and is among the home medicines that are used to relieve mild and moderate pain and reduce fever. This medicine is suitable for the use of adults and children.
One of the advantages of using paracetamol is that it does not cause stomach problems or bleeding; Therefore, it is suitable for people who suffer from peptic ulcers or people who are not suitable for the use of aspirin, and this drug can also be used with anticoagulant drugs, but it is necessary to be careful not to take it in large doses.
Paracetamol overdose is dangerous and can cause severe damage to the liver, and large doses can be toxic to people who regularly consume alcoholic beverages, even in small amounts.
Instructions for taking Paracetamol
How to eat:
- Discs.
- Drink.
- Suppositories.
Number of doses:
For adults and children 4-6 times as needed.
Dosage:
- Adults: 500 to 1,000 milligrams, with a maximum dose of 4 grams per day.
- For children: the dosage is as follows:
1.Suppositories: according to body weight, given 10-15 milligrams per kilogram of body weight.
2.Syrup: 2.5 - 5 milliliters.
Event start:
The effectiveness of the drug begins 10-20 minutes after taking the dose.
Effective time
4 - 6 Hours.
Feed:
There are no restrictions.
Storage and preservation:
The medicine should be kept in an airtight container out of the reach of children.
Forgetting a dose:
Take the medicine as soon as you remember and only when needed to relieve pain, but if the time for the next dose is near, skip the forgotten dose and take the next dose.
Discontinuation of medication:
The drug can be safely stopped when needed.
Overdose:
You must go to the emergency.
Warnings when taking Paracetamol
During pregnancy:
There is no information about the safety of the drug on the fetus; So you should consult a doctor.
Danger class : Class B (B).
Breast feeding:
The drug passes into breast milk, but when taking normal doses, there are not supposed to be negative effects on children.
Babies
The dose has to be reduced as per the age and weight.
Elderly:
There are no special problems.
Driving:
There are no known problems.
Use of long treatments
Surgery and anesthesia.
Paracetamol side effects
Inform the doctor: In each case
stop taking the medicine.