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Paracetamol 500mg
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Paracetamol capsules are an analgesic (or painkiller) that are able to tackle mild to moderate pain head on. After taking the recommended dosage, this effective pain relief treatment will ease your symptoms, allowing you to carry on with your day.
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What is Paracetamol?
Paracetamol belongs to a group of medicines called analgesics. They are used for the relief of mild to moderate pain and feverish conditions such as headache, toothache, colds, influence, joint pain and period pains.
It is typically combined with other painkillers and anti-sickness medicines. It’s also an ingredient in a wide range of cold and flu remedies.
Key facts about paracetamol:
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Paracetamol takes up to an hour to work.
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The usual dose of paracetamol is one or two 500mg tablets at a time.
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Do not take paracetamol with other medicines containing paracetamol.
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Paracetamol is safe to take in pregnancy and while breastfeeding, at recommended doses.
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Brand names include Disprol, Hedex, Medinol and Panadol.
Paracetamol Overdose
Paracetamol overdose is common and may even occur accidently. If not treated, it can cause liver failure.
If you think you have a Paracetamol overdose you should immediately call for an ambulance to start treatment as soon as possible.
Once you are in hospital and are being assessed, the following will be asked:
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Number of tablets taken.
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What time was the overdose taken?
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If the tablet was in tablet, liquid or soluble form.
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If any other tablets were taken at the same time.
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If any alcohol was taken at the same time.
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Any suicide risk.
An early examination may be taken but may not evidence of Paracetamol overdose because it’s too early to tell. If liver damage is experienced there may be jaundice, tender liver or encephalopathy (brain involvement).
Ibuprofen And Paracetamol
It is considered safe to take Ibuprofen and Paracetamol together. Paracetamol can be found in many remedies you can buy over-the-counter from supermarkets and pharmacies, including:
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Migraine remedies
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Cough and cols products, such as Lemsip and Night Nurse
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Certain prescription only medicines also contain ibuprofen and paracetamol combined with other painkillers, such as:
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Co-codamol
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Co-dydramol
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Tramacet
Can You Take Paracetamol And Ibuprofen Together?
Yes, it’s safe to take Paracetamol and Ibuprofen together if you are 16 and over. There are currently no known harmful interactions/side effects when taken together.
Both can be taken at the same time or spread out. It would be best to take Ibuprofen on a full stomach or with food.
However, you should not take paracetamol alongside other medicines that contain paracetamol. If you take 2 different medicines that contain paracetamol, there’s a risk of overdose.
How Long Does It Take For Paracetamol To Work?
Although it has been in use for over 50 years, the exact way paracetamol works to reduce pain and fever is currently not fully understood.
For most people, paracetamol will begin to ease pain and bring a high temperature down about 30 minutes after the recommended dose is taken. The effects of paracetamol can last anywhere between 4 to 6 hours.
Paracetamol Side Effects
Like all medicines, paracetamol side effects can occur, although not everybody will experience them.
Tell your doctor if you notice any of the following paracetamol side effects or notice any other effects not listed in the patient information leaflet:
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Allergic reactions – skin rash
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Blood – changes in numbers and types of blood cells. If you have an increase in the number of nose bleeds, notice that you bruise more easily or have more infections, talk to your doctor.
Very rare cases of serious skin reactions have been reported. If you experience any paracetamol side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any side effects not listed in the patient information leaflet.
How Many Paracetamol Is Dangerous?
If this is your first-time using paracetamol, you may be wondering how many paracetamol is dangerous?
Taking one or two extra paracetamol tablets by accident is unlikely to cause you any harm. However, taking 8 or more tablets within a 24-hour period can cause harmful effects such as toxicity. Wait at least 4 hours between doses.
Paracetamol Dosage
Always take the recommended paracetamol dosage given to you by your doctor exactly as they instruct.
Each paracetamol dosage should be taken with water. It should be taken as long as your doctor tells you to.
Recommended paracetamol dosage for adults including the elderly and children over 16 years:
- 1 or 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours as required, to a maximum of 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Children 10-15 years old:
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1 tablet every 4-6 hours as required, to a maximum of 4 tablets in 24 hours.
Children under 10 years old: -
Not recommended
Paracetamol In Pregnancy
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking paracetamol in pregnancy.
If necessary, paracetamol in pregnancy can be used. You should use the lowest dose that reduces your pain and/or your fever and use it for the shortest time possible. Contact your doctor if the pain and/or fever are not reduced or if you need to take the medicine more often. You can take this medicine whilst breast-feeding
Can You Give Dogs Paracetamol?
Dogs and other pets should never be given human paracetamol/pain killers. It can be highly toxic if the wrong amount is given. This includes paracetamol as well as Ibuprofen. Pets should only be given painkillers prescribed by your vet.
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Relieves Mild To Moderate Pain Active Ingredient: Paracetamol Reduces High Temperatures In Cold And Flu Buy With Confidence From UK Registered Pharmacy Includes Free Prescription
Directions for Use
Take 1-2 tablets up to four times a day as required. Do not take more than 8 tablets per day (24 hours). For oral administration and short term use only. Swallow the tablets with water
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