About acetaminophen
Pain reliever and fever reducer
Used for
- Relieves mild to moderate pain
- Reduces fever
Usual adult dose
Adults: 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 the product label.
Common side effects
- Usually well tolerated at recommended doses
- Rare allergic reactions
- Liver damage with overdose
Important warnings
- Check other medicines for paracetamol to avoid accidental overdose.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose; overdose can cause severe liver damage.
- Seek urgent medical help after a suspected overdose, even if feeling well.
- Ask a clinician before use with liver disease or regular heavy alcohol use.
Pregnancy
Generally considered suitable at recommended doses when needed; use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time.
Breastfeeding
Generally considered compatible with breastfeeding at recommended doses.
Interactions
- Warfarin: regular use may increase bleeding risk.
- Other medicines containing paracetamol increase overdose risk.
- Some seizure medicines and rifampicin may increase liver-related 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.