About acetaminophen + ascorbic acid
Pain reliever and vitamin supplement
Used for
- Relief of mild to moderate pain and fever
- Vitamin C supplementation
Usual adult dose
Paracetamol 500–1,000 mg every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum 4,000 mg daily. Follow the product label for vitamin C.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Skin rash
- Rarely, serious allergic reaction or liver injury
Important warnings
- Avoid other medicines containing paracetamol.
- Excess paracetamol can cause life-threatening liver damage.
- Use caution with liver disease or heavy alcohol use.
- Seek urgent help after an overdose, even without symptoms.
Pregnancy
Paracetamol is generally considered suitable at recommended doses when needed. Ask a clinician about this combination product.
Breastfeeding
Paracetamol is generally compatible with breastfeeding at recommended doses. Ask a clinician about this combination product.
Interactions
- Warfarin: regular paracetamol use may increase bleeding risk.
- Other paracetamol-containing medicines increase overdose risk.
- Some medicines that affect the liver 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.