Acetaminophen (Paracetamol)

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Acetaminophen or paracetamol was the most sold and the most widely consumed drug by people other than Amoxicillin. Whenever suffering from fever, paracetamol is definitely going to be the most sought after drug for lowering body heat. Paracetamol is like a celebrity in medicine world.

This drugs, that generically named as acetaminophen has been sold in the market using hundreds of trade names as Sanmol, Pamol, Fasidol, Panadol, Itramol and others. Pretty much choices is'nt it? But generally, the price is affordable for most people.Paracetamol is mainly used to reduce the heat caused by the body becauce of infection or other causes. Paracetamol can relieve painful symptoms from mild to moderate intensity as well. So, do'nt be surprised, then, when your doctor give paracetamol to cope with headache or toothache.Although these drugs can be purchased freely in most shops, but in its use we still have to consider the recommended dosage. If you want to survive, never try to take this medication exceed the recommended dosage. Also Don't ever take this medicine for more than 10 consecutive days without consult to a doctor and don't carelessly give it to children under 3 years old without first consult to doctor.The warning above is not without reason. Although paracetamol seem like a safe medicine, there are many side effects to watch behind it. But as long as being consumed as per recommendation, the side effects should never appear and despite appearing, it should be in very mild degree.Go to the doctor if any of the following signs appear after you take paracetamol. Signs include: mild to severe bleeding, fever and sore throat which is not reduced possibly due to an infection that requires further treatment.If there is no problem in the liver, the maximum dose of paracetamol for adults is 4 grams (4000mg) per day or 8 tablets paracetamol 500mg. If for some reason a disobedient patient take these drugs exceed the maximum dose, then don't be surprised if someday they will get a fatal liver damage. Someone who suffer its symptoms should receive more attentions and go to doctor immediately .The symptoms include : vomiting, nausea, yellowish skin and eyes, the concentrated urine (like a tea), pain in upper right abdomen, and fatigue.Some allergic reactions being reported often appear include : itching, redness, swelling, and difficulty in breathing / tightness. As always, if you experience signs of the above after taking paracetamol, go to the doctor immediately for further treatment.

Things we must consider when undergoing treatment using paracetamol ,tell your doctor whether you previously have had a allergic reaction after taking paracetamol or allergy caused by other reasons. Also inform your doctor if you have a history of chronic diseases such as heart disease, alcohol dependence, and others. Paracetamol can hurt liver, moreover when coupled with alcohol consumption, it absolutely will accelerate liver damage.

Paracetamol is often combined with aspirin to treat pain in arthritic because paracetamol does'nt have the effect of anti-inflammatory as aspirin has , so when those two are combined , They will create synergy to cure rheumatic diseases. Paracetamol is safe for pregnant and lactating women. But it is still better if pregnant women take paracetamol when really in need and in the supervision of a doctor.