About acetaminophen
Non-opioid pain reliever and fever reducer
Used for
- Relieves mild to moderate pain
- Reduces fever
Usual adult dose
Adults usually take 500–1,000 mg every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum 4,000 mg in 24 hours.
Usual dose in children
Children: 10–15 mg/kg per dose every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum 4 doses in 24 hours. Follow age-specific product directions.
Common side effects
- Usually well tolerated at recommended doses
- Rare allergic skin reactions
- Overdose can cause severe liver damage
Important warnings
- Do not combine with other medicines containing paracetamol.
- Taking too much can cause serious liver damage, sometimes before symptoms appear.
- Use extra caution with liver disease, heavy alcohol use, or poor nutrition.
- Concentrated drops require careful measurement; dosing errors can cause overdose.
Pregnancy
Generally considered suitable 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.
- Some seizure medicines and rifampicin may increase liver-related risks.
- Other paracetamol-containing medicines increase overdose 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.