About acetaminophen
Pain reliever and fever reducer
Used for
- Relieves mild to moderate pain
- Reduces fever
Usual adult dose
500–1,000 mg every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum 4,000 mg daily.
Usual dose in children
10–15 mg/kg every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum 4 doses in 24 hours. Follow age and weight directions on the label.
Common side effects
- Usually well tolerated at recommended doses
- Rare allergic reactions
- Rare blood disorders
Important warnings
- Taking too much can cause severe liver damage.
- Check other medicines for paracetamol to avoid duplicate doses.
- Use extra caution with liver disease or heavy alcohol use.
Pregnancy
Generally considered suitable when needed at recommended doses; 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.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.