Do not take more frequently than every 6 hours. Daily limit The total daily dose of paracetamol should not exceed mg. The total daily dose of extended-release paracetamol should not exceed mg. Do not take more than six mg caplets in a hour period. This caplet must not be chewed or sucked as this destroys the sustained release properties. The total daily dose of paracetamol should not exceed mg. The usual dose of paracetamol is one or two mg tablets at a time.
Do not take paracetamol with other medicines containing paracetamol. Paracetamol is safe to take in pregnancy and while breastfeeding, at recommended doses. Brand names include Disprol, Hedex, Medinol and Panadol. However, some people need to take extra care with paracetamol.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you: have had an allergic reaction to paracetamol or any other medicines in the past have liver or kidney problems regularly drink more than the maximum recommended amount of alcohol 14 units a week take medicine for epilepsy take medicine for tuberculosis TB take the blood-thinner warfarin and you may need to take paracetamol on a regular basis. Paracetamol can be taken with or without food. Always leave at least 4 hours between doses. Important Adults can take a maximum of 4 doses up to eight mg tablets in total in 24 hours.
Different types of paracetamol Paracetamol is widely available as tablets and capsules. What if I take too much? Important Taking 1 or 2 extra tablets by accident is unlikely to be harmful, as long as you do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours. Wait at least 24 hours before taking any more paracetamol. Urgent advice: Get help from now if you take:.
Online Go to What if I forget to take it? Important Before taking any other medicines, check the label to see whether they contain paracetamol. Paracetamol is an ingredient in many remedies you can buy from pharmacies and supermarkets, including: migraine remedies cough and cold products, such as Lemsip and Night Nurse Some prescription medicines contain paracetamol combined with other painkillers, such as: co-codamol paracetamol and codeine co-dydramol paracetamol and dihydrocodeine Tramacet paracetamol and tramadol.
Information: Recommended reading Can I take paracetamol and ibuprofen together? Serious allergic reaction In rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to paracetamol. Information: You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme. Can I take paracetamol when I'm pregnant? Important If you take paracetamol in pregnancy or while breastfeeding, take the lowest dose of paracetamol that works for you for the shortest possible time.
Talk to your doctor if you take: the blood-thinner warfarin — paracetamol can increase the risk of bleeding if you take it regularly medicine to treat epilepsy medicine to treat tuberculosis TB Mixing paracetamol with herbal remedies and supplements Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking St John's wort a herbal remedy taken for depression as you may need to reduce your paracetamol dose. Important For safety, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins or supplements.
How does paracetamol work? When will I feel better? Child dosing of paracetamol Labels on liquid paracetamol products contain clear dosing instructions. Requirements for medicines containing paracetamol In Australia, medicines containing paracetamol must: contain clear dosing instructions contain warnings for safe use a warning not to take with any other medicine containing paracetamol instructions to patients on what to do in the event of overdose stress the risk of paracetamol overdose with clear advice: not to take more than recommended on the medicine label not to take the medicine for longer than recommended on the label without medical advice be in child-resistant containers be in packs of limited quantity packs containing 21 or more tablets or capsules can only be sold in pharmacies These are Australian requirements, and not all apply in the United States, United Kingdom, or other countries.
Paracetamol monitoring The TGA monitors use and misuse of products that contain paracetamol in Australia, as well as the actions of international medicines regulatory authorities on paracetamol-containing products. Report a problem If you experience a side effect or problem with a medicine or medical device, you can report it to us.
Consult a doctor or other health care professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. For details see our conditions. Paracetamol relieves pain. It also reduces raised body temperature fever. In this article About paracetamol Before taking paracetamol How to take paracetamol Getting the most from your treatment Can paracetamol cause problems? How to store paracetamol Important information about all medicines. Paracetamol Calpol, Disprol, Hedex, Panadol In this article About paracetamol Before taking paracetamol How to take paracetamol Getting the most from your treatment Can paracetamol cause problems?
If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist.
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