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'''Paracetamol''' (中文: [[對乙酰氨基]]) | '''Paracetamol''' (中文: [[對乙酰氨基]])has analgesic and antipyretic properties. It is given orally or as a rectal suppository for mild to moderate pain and for fever. It may also be given by intravenous infusion for the short-term treatment of moderate pain, particularly after surgery, and of fever. It is often the analgesic or antipyretic of choice, especially in the elderly and in patients in whom salicylates or other anti-inflammatory drugs are contra-indicated. Such patients include asthmatics, those with a history of peptic ulcer and children. | ||
== Pronunciation == | == Pronunciation == | ||
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==Drug Names== | ==Drug Names== | ||
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!Generic | !Generic Name藥名 | ||
!HA | !HA Code藥物代碼 | ||
!Legal | !Legal Classification藥物分類 | ||
!Brand Name藥名 | |||
!HK Reg Number註冊代碼 | |||
!Active Ingredients | |||
|- | |- | ||
|Paracetamol Tablet 500mg | |Paracetamol Tablet 500mg | ||
|PARA01 | |PARA01 | ||
|Non Poison | |Non Poison | ||
|ACEPHEN TAB 300MG | |ACEPHEN TAB 300MG | ||
|HK-38754 | |HK-38754 | ||
|Paracetamol | |Paracetamol | ||
|} | |} | ||
==Mechanism of Action== | |||
Non-opioid Analgesic, Antipyretic | |||
pain relief, fever | |||
==Dose / Frequency / Route of Administration== | ==Dose / Frequency / Route of Administration== | ||
Revision as of 23:26, 27 December 2020
Paracetamol (中文: 對乙酰氨基)has analgesic and antipyretic properties. It is given orally or as a rectal suppository for mild to moderate pain and for fever. It may also be given by intravenous infusion for the short-term treatment of moderate pain, particularly after surgery, and of fever. It is often the analgesic or antipyretic of choice, especially in the elderly and in patients in whom salicylates or other anti-inflammatory drugs are contra-indicated. Such patients include asthmatics, those with a history of peptic ulcer and children.
Pronunciation
Paracetamol 500mg
Drug Names
| Generic Name藥名 | HA Code藥物代碼 | Legal Classification藥物分類 | Brand Name藥名 | HK Reg Number註冊代碼 | Active Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paracetamol Tablet 500mg | PARA01 | Non Poison | ACEPHEN TAB 300MG | HK-38754 | Paracetamol |
Mechanism of Action
Non-opioid Analgesic, Antipyretic pain relief, fever
Dose / Frequency / Route of Administration
Oral: 0.5 - 1g every 4-6 hrs; max 4g per day.
Infusion dose based on body weight.
Common Questions
How should I take the tablet?
- Follow the doctor's prescription.
- Take with or without food.
- Take the medication with plenty of water.
- Can be crushed.
What should I avoid while taking?
- Avoid alcohol consumption.
- Avoid taking more than 4g of panadol per day.
What happens if I overdose?
- Emergency situation, called 999 immediately.
- Antidote: N-Acetylsysteine
