Paracetamol
Information about Paracetamol
Paracetamol Uses
Paracetamol is used for pain relief, fever and Diabetes insipidus. It is used to relieve pain in conditions like headache, muscle pain, or dental pain.
How Paracetamol works
Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.
Common side effects of Paracetamol
Stomach pain, Nausea, Vomiting, Fever, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Headache, Constipation, Itching
Available Medicine for Paracetamol
Expert advice for Paracetamol
- Paracetamol should be taken with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within 2 hours of taking Paracetamol.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease as your dose may need to be adjusted.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.