29/07/2024
Today will talk about (PANADOL)
Generic name: paracetamol
Brand names: Panadol, Calpol, Tylenol, Alvedon
Dosage form: effervescent tablet, intravenous (infusion) injection, orally disintegrating tablet, oral capsule, oral powder, oral suspension, oral tablet, suppository
✓Paracetamol works by inhibiting prostaglandins synthesis of Cox-1 and Cox-2
✓Paracetamol (Panadol, Calpol, Alvedon) is an analgesic and antipyretic drug that is used to temporarily relieve mild-to-moderate pain and fever
Allergic reactions, which may be severe and include:
Skin rashes,
itching or hives,
Swelling of the throat,tongue or face,
mouth ulcers
Liver problems. Nausea, sudden weight loss, loss of appetite and yellowing of the eyes and skin can occur
If you get any of the rare side effects listed above, stop taking the medicine and contact your doctor immediately.
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✓Paracetamol can caused delayed, serious liver damage. There may be no symptoms of overdose during the first 24 hours although paleness, nausea, sweating, vomiting, loss of appetite and abdominal pain may occur.
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