About paracetam ol m
Non-opioid analgesic and antipyretic
Used for
- Short-term treatment of mild to moderate pain
- Fever reduction
- Pain relief when oral treatment is unsuitable
Usual adult dose
Usually 1 g intravenously every 4–6 hours; maximum 4 g daily. Lower limits may apply with liver risks or low body weight.
Usual dose in children
For children weighing at least 10 kg: usually 15 mg/kg every 6 hours, maximum 60 mg/kg daily; dosing depends on weight and product guidance.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Low blood pressure during infusion
- Injection-site reactions
- Rare serious allergic or skin reactions
Important warnings
- Excess doses can cause severe, potentially fatal liver damage.
- Count paracetamol from all medicines to avoid accidental overdose.
- Lower daily limits may be needed with liver disease, malnutrition, or heavy alcohol use.
- Intravenous doses must be calculated by weight in smaller children.
Pregnancy
Can be used when clinically 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 enzyme-inducing medicines, such as carbamazepine, may increase liver toxicity risk.
- 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.