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💊 Paracetamol Tablet 500 mg
✅ DESCRIPTION
Paracetamol (also called acetaminophen) is a widely used analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis in the brain, which reduces pain and fever. It has minimal anti-inflammatory action compared to NSAIDs.
⚖️ COMPOSITION
- Each tablet contains:
- Paracetamol 500 mg
- Excipients: starch, microcrystalline cellulose, and other inactive ingredients.
📌 USES / INDICATIONS
- Mild to moderate pain:
- Headache, toothache, muscle pain, menstrual cramps.
- Fever:
- Fever due to infections (cold, flu).
- Pain due to arthritis or injury (as part of combination therapy).
- Post-surgical or post-vaccination fever and pain.
🌟 ADVANTAGES
- Safe for most age groups, including children and elderly (with proper dosing).
- Less gastric irritation compared to NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen).
- No risk of bleeding (unlike aspirin).
- Can be used with food or on an empty stomach.
⚠️ PRECAUTIONS
- Maximum adult dose:
- Do not exceed 4 g per day (8 tablets of 500 mg).
- Liver disease or alcohol use:
- Avoid or use reduced dose (risk of liver damage).
- Avoid combining with other medications containing paracetamol (to prevent overdose).
- Use caution in kidney disease or chronic alcoholism.
❌ SIDE EFFECTS
Paracetamol is generally well tolerated, but:
- Overdose can cause severe liver damage (hepatic failure).
- Rare: skin rashes, allergic reactions (anaphylaxis is rare).
- Long-term high doses: kidney damage.
💊 DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION
- Adults: 500–1000 mg every 4–6 hours as needed.
- Do not exceed 4000 mg/day.
- Children (over 6 years): Dose based on weight (usually 10–15 mg/kg/dose).
📦 PACKING
- Commonly available in blister packs of 10 or 15 tablets.
🧊 STORAGE
- Store at room temperature (15°C – 25°C).
- Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children.