Question 1

what is paracetamol?

Accepted Answer

Pain/fever reliever: Other brand names are panadol, tylenol. The generic name is acetaminophen. Used for pain relief, fever relief. Can usually be found over the counter in pharmacies or grocery stores with a medication section. It comes in adult and pediatric formulations.

Question 2

what is dextropropoxyphene paracetamol used for?

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Pain: the brand name was Darvocet and was a scheduled narcotic that has since been removed from the market, but there is still some out there in medicine cabinets.

Question 3

what is symptoms of paracetamol addiction?

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Death: Acetaminophen / paracetamol excessive use will cause liver damage, liver failure, and death. Therefore, liver / hepatitis related symptoms are possible, but by then, it may be too late to save the liver. This is the most dangerous over the counter drug.

Question 4

what is the dosage for paracetamol suppository for a 13kg 1 year old?

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130-195 mg: The dose of paracetamol (acetaminophen across the pond) is 10-15mg/kg--or 130-195 mg per dose (usually every 4 hours. In the usa, the dosage of such suppositories is 80, 120 and 325 mg. As the suppositories are difficult to cut, 120mg would be the dose for your child.

Question 5

is dolfenal a paracetamol?

Accepted Answer

No, it is not.: Dofenol is not paracetamol, dofenol is non-steroid anti-inflamatory agent.

Question 6

is 7gm of paracetamol too much?

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Yes, max is 4g/ day: Maxium daily dose for paracetamol is 4gm/day - more than 4gm /day- can cause liver damage.

Question 7

how much paracetamol is too much?

Accepted Answer

See the label...: The label should explain the dose for a person's age or weight. Taking more than the recommended dose, taking doses too close together, and/or taking paracetamol for more than a few days... All could be too much. One's personal doctor can discuss when and why more paracetamol would be ok to take.

Question 8

how much paracetamol can use per day?

Accepted Answer

3 grams(3000 mg): a day is the limit

Question 9

is ten paracetamol in 24hours dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Short term no: On a one time or very short term basis this should not cause any problems it is recommended that one not use more than 3000mg Acetaminophen in any given day certainly not a
on a routine basis this could lead to liver or kidney damage.

Question 10

how do you treat a paracetamol overdose?

Accepted Answer

Let me explain: It is important to remember that, when used at therapeutic levels, paracetamol is usually safe and effective. However taking 4 g per day (or slightly more) for a few days, has been known to result in hepatotoxicity.
The treatment of this condition should be done doctor supervision and may need intensive  care admission.

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