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==Dose / Frequency / Route of Administration== | ==Dose / Frequency / Route of Administration== | ||
Oral: 0.5 - 1g every 4-6 hrs; max 4g per day | Oral: 0.5 - 1g every 4-6 hrs; max 4g per day. | ||
Infusion dose based on body weight | Infusion dose based on body weight. | ||
== How should I take the tablet? == | == How should I take the tablet? == | ||
Revision as of 03:29, 2 September 2020
Paracetamol Tablet 500mg
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.
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
