About acetaminophen + salicylamide
Analgesic and fever reducer
Used for
- Relief of mild to moderate pain
- Reduction of fever
Usual adult dose
Combination-product dosing varies by country and formulation; follow the package instructions.
Usual dose in children
Combination-product dosing varies by age and formulation; follow the package instructions.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach irritation
- Rash or allergic reaction
- Liver injury from excessive paracetamol
- Rectal irritation
Important warnings
- Avoid taking other medicines containing paracetamol.
- Excessive paracetamol can cause severe liver damage.
- Salicylamide may increase bleeding risk and irritate the stomach.
- Seek urgent care for suspected overdose, even without symptoms.
Pregnancy
Safety of this combination is not established; salicylamide is generally avoided, particularly late in pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Combination-specific safety information is limited; salicylamide may pass into breast milk.
Interactions
- Warfarin and other blood thinners: increased bleeding risk may occur.
- Other paracetamol-containing medicines: increased risk of liver damage.
- Alcohol or liver-damaging medicines: increased risk of liver injury.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.