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Paracetamol
GNH USA supplies Paracetamol (Paracetamol), a analgesic for pain and fever, available in oral tablet form for easy administration.
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What is Paracetamol?
Paracetamol, the active ingredient in Paracetamol, is an analgesic presented as a tablet for oral use. It relieves mild to moderate pain and reduces fever in adults and children.
GNH USA supplies Paracetamol as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide.
What is Paracetamol used for?
Paracetamol acts as an analgesic and antipyretic, providing relief across common pain and fever pathways. - Pain: reduces mild to moderate acute pain such as headache, toothache or musculoskeletal discomfort. - Fever: lowers elevated body temperature associated with infection or inflammation. - Headache: alleviates tension‑type and migraine‑associated head pain. - Dental pain: eases postoperative or procedural dental discomfort. - Osteoarthritis: helps manage low‑grade joint pain in chronic conditions.
What are the side effects of Paracetamol?
Paracetamol is generally well tolerated, but adverse reactions can occur.
Common Side Effects: - Nausea: mild stomach upset after ingestion. - Skin rash: transient erythema or mild itching. - Elevated liver enzymes: mild, reversible changes in laboratory tests. - Headache: occasional rebound headache. - Dizziness: brief sensation of light‑headedness.
Serious or Rare Side Effects: - Hepatotoxicity: severe liver injury, especially with overdose or chronic alcohol use. - Stevens‑Johnson syndrome: rare severe skin reaction. - Blood dyscrasias: agranulocytosis or thrombocytopenia. - Anaphylaxis: immediate hypersensitivity reaction. - Renal impairment: acute kidney injury in susceptible individuals.
What precautions apply to Paracetamol?
Paracetamol should be used with awareness of specific safety considerations. - Dose limitation: do not exceed the maximum daily amount recommended by a healthcare professional. - Alcohol use: avoid excessive alcohol, which can increase liver toxicity risk. - Liver disease: use cautiously in patients with existing hepatic impairment. - Drug interactions: review concomitant medications for potential additive hepatotoxicity. - Pregnancy and breastfeeding: consult a clinician before use during pregnancy or lactation. - Store at ambient temperature: keep below 25 °C, retain in original packaging, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
What does Paracetamol interact with?
Paracetamol can interact with several medicines, requiring attention to avoid adverse outcomes.
Major Interactions (Avoid): - Alcohol: combined use raises risk of liver damage. - Warfarin: may potentiate anticoagulant effect, increasing bleeding risk. - Carbamazepine: enzyme induction can lower paracetamol plasma levels, reducing efficacy.
Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely): - Isoniazid: additive hepatotoxic potential. - Rifampicin: may increase metabolism, decreasing analgesic effect. - Other hepatotoxic drugs (e.g., certain antituberculars): monitor liver function tests. - High‑dose vitamin C: may affect renal clearance. - Oral contraceptives: slight increase in hepatic enzyme activity, monitor for reduced effectiveness.



