About acetamino phen
Non-opioid pain reliever and fever reducer
Used for
- Relief of mild to moderate pain
- Reducing fever
Usual adult dose
Usually 500–1,000 mg every 4–6 hours as needed; do not exceed 4,000 mg in 24 hours.
Usual dose in children
Dose by weight: usually 10–15 mg/kg every 4–6 hours; maximum 5 doses in 24 hours. Not for children under 2 months without medical advice.
Common side effects
- Rare allergic reactions or serious skin reactions
- Liver damage, especially after overdose
Important warnings
- Check other medicines for acetaminophen to avoid taking too much.
- Liver disease, heavy alcohol use, or overdose increases liver-injury risk.
- Seek urgent help after a suspected overdose, even if feeling well.
Pregnancy
Generally considered acceptable at recommended doses when needed; use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding at recommended doses.
Interactions
- Warfarin: regular use may increase bleeding risk.
- Alcohol and other liver-harming medicines may increase liver injury risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.