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Paracetamol

CAS Number : 103-90-2

Molecular Weight : 151.17 g/mol

Molecular Formula : C8H9NO2

Systematic (IUPAC) : N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanamide

N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide

What is paracetamol ?

Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. The exact mechanism of action of is not

known.

Paracetamol is used to treat many conditions such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but

has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.

Paracetamol may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Before taking paracetamol

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to acetaminophen or paracetamol.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take paracetamol if you have:

liver disease; or

a history of alcoholism;

It is not known whether paracetamol will harm an unborn baby. Before using paracetamol , tell your doctor if you are pregnant. This medication can pass into breast

milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use paracetamol without telling your doctor if you are

breast-feeding a baby.

PARACETAMOL USES

Paracetamol is used to treat a number of problems.

It is a weak painkiller, whose mode of action is not exactly understood. It is sometimes called

acetaminophen.

In general, this drug is used as required to relieve minor aches and pains and to reduce fever, and so is used for

the relief of headaches, migraine,toothache, period pains, pain associated with rheumatism and symptoms

associated with colds or influenza.

Benefits of taking this drug can include relief from pain and reduction of fever.

Listed below are the typical uses of paracetamol:

Taken as required for relief of mild-to-moderate pain or fever.

HOW TO USE/TAKE

How often do I take it?

Take this medication (tablets) by mouth with a glass of water (dispersible tablets should first be dissolved in

water) as required to relieve pain or fever. Paracetamol is also available as a suppository which should be taken

rectally and in liquid form for injection into veins (intravenous or IV use).

Use this medication for the duration of prescription in order to get the most benefit from it.

Remember to use it at the same time each day - unless specifically told otherwise by your doctor.

It may take some hours before the full benefit of this drug takes effect, depending on the dose given and the

severity of the condition.

Certain medical conditions may require different dosage instructions as directed by your doctor.

What dose?

Dosage is based on your age, gender, medical condition, response to therapy, and use of certain interacting

medicines.

Do I need to avoid anything?

Avoid alcohol. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

When can I stop?

It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well, unless your doctor tells you to stop.

PARACETAMOL SIDE EFFECTS

Rarely:

Hypersensitivity reaction (rashes and shortness of breath).

Very rarely:

Blood disorders resulting in readiness to bruise or bleed (e.g. thrombocytopenia) or low numbers of white blood

cells (leucopenia).

If any of these persist or you consider them severe then inform your doctor or pharmacist.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit

to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side

effects.

A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms

of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the

face/tongue/throat),dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects.

PARACETAMOL PRECAUTIONS

Before taking paracetamol, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other non-

steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or if you have any other allergies.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: liver or kidney

disease (including alcoholic liver disease).

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially any of the

following: if you regularly drink more than the recommended level of alcohol, if you have an eating

disorder, cystic fibrosis,HIV infection, or cachexia (loss of weight and muscle caused by diseases such as cancer,

AIDs etc), and if are taking any other products that contain paracetamol.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medication.

Does alcohol intake affect this drug?

Yes. Avoid alcohol.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding - please ensure you read the detailed information below

PREGNANCY

Paracetamol is suitable to take during pregnancy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any doubts or

questions about this.

It is sensible to limit use of medication during pregnancy whenever possible. However, your doctor may decide

that the benefits outweigh the risks in individual circumstances and after a careful assessment of your

specific health situation.

If you have any doubts or concerns you are advised to discuss the medicine with your doctor or pharmacist.

BREAST FEEDING

Paracetamol is suitable to take if you are breastfeeding. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any doubts or

questions about this.

It is sensible to limit use of medication during breastfeeding whenever possible. However, your doctor

may decide that the benefits outweigh the risks in individual circumstances and after a careful assessment

of your specific health situation.

If you have any doubts or concerns you are advised to discuss the medicine with your doctor or pharmacist.

PARACETAMOL INTERACTIONS

Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you

for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.

This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious, possibly fatal interactions may occur: any other preparations

containing paracetamol, other medicines that thin the blood (e.g. warfarin).

If you are currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting paracetamol.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and non-

prescription/herbal products you may use, especially of:

Chloramphenicol

Metoclopramide

Domperidone

Cholestyramine

Busulfan.

This information does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using paracetamol, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use.

PARACETAMOL OVERDOSE

As little as 10-15 g of paracetamol in 24 hours can cause severe liver damage which may not be apparent for 4-6 days. Feeling sick (nausea) and vomiting are frequently the only early signs of overdose and these symptoms often settle down after about 24 hours. Thereafter,

abdominal pain and tenderness may occur, as may renal failure, brain damage and death. Despite a lack of

significant early symptoms, patients should be referred to hospital urgently for immediate medical attention.

If you think you, or someone you care for, might have accidentally taken more than the recommended dose of

paracetamol or intentional overdose is suspected, contact your local hospital.

MISSED DOSE

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double

the dose to catch up.

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