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=== What should I avoid while taking? ===
=== What should I avoid while taking? ===
Avoid alcohol consumption.
*Avoid alcohol consumption.
 
*Avoid taking more than 4g of [[panadol]] per day.
Avoid taking more than 4g of [[panadol]] per day.


=== What happens if I overdose? ===
=== What happens if I overdose? ===

Revision as of 04:41, 3 September 2020

中文: 對乙酰氨基

Pronunciation

Paracetamol 500mg

Images

Paracetamol Tablet 500mg

Paracetamol Tablet 500mg

Paracetamol (alcohol-free) Suspension 125mg / 5ml

Paracetamol (alcohol-free) Suspension 125mg / 5ml

Brand Names 藥名

Panadol, 撲熱息痛, Acetamol, Europain, Tylenol, Paramol, pain relief.

Combo Product: Anti-flu, Anti-cold, Tramcet, Eutracet, and others.

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