Paracetamol(Acetaminophen)(Tylenol)
Deethylated active metabolite of phenacetin.
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Structure of paracetamol :
Formula_ C8H9NO2
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Paracetamol Tablet uses (Tylenol uses)
Analgesic(over the counter)
Pain killer:Headache
Mild migrain
Muskuloskeletal pain
Dysamenorhoea
Less anti-inflammatory action
Side effects of paracetamol Tablet(Adverse effect)(Side effects of Tylenol)
At normal dose,thee are no side effect of paracetamol.
When paracetamol is taken in overdose ,there are many side effects-
Nausea
Vomiting
Rashes
Lekopaenia rare
Rare gastric iritation
Doses of Paracetamol
Dose of Paracetamol for Children (325-650mg/kg) 3-5 times a day
Paracetamol poisoning -(paracetamol overdose)
What will happen if we take 900ml paracetamol tablet?
If dose of paracetamol taken above followin data -
Paracetamol dose per kg-(By weight)
(>150mg/kg or >10gm in an adult)-Maximum dose of paracetamol for child
Fatality above(>250mg/kg)
Who can and who cannot take paracetamol tablet?
Antipyretic or Normal Doses of paracetamol are safe . So there is no boundation for child and adults to take paracetamol.
How to take it?
After Meal With water.
When to take it?
You can take it with or without Meal.But after meal,good for health.
Paracetamol in pregnancy and Lactation(Paracetamol safe or not in pragnancy)
Yes,it is safe.but only in normal dose.But high dose is dangerous.
Is paracetamol safe for childrens?
Yes,paracetamol is safe for children and pregnant and Lactating female.
Is paracetamol safe with other medication?
Yes,If other not containing paracetamol salt.
Paracetamol and Tylenol are same?
Yes,they are same.
