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Paracetamol
GNH USA supplies Paracetamol (Paracetamol), an Analgesic; Antipyretic for moderate pain and fever.
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What is Paracetamol?
Paracetamol, the active ingredient in Paracetamol, is an Analgesic; Antipyretic presented as an oral dosage form 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 is used to manage pain and fever by acting on the prostaglandin pathway.
Headache: provides relief from tension‑type or mild migraine headache Musculoskeletal pain: reduces discomfort from strains, sprains, or back pain Fever: lowers elevated body temperature associated with infections or inflammatory conditions
What are the side effects of Paracetamol?
Paracetamol is generally well tolerated, but adverse reactions can occur.
Common Side Effects: - Nausea or mild stomach discomfort - Transient skin rash or itching - Headache - Dizziness - Elevated liver enzymes (asymptomatic)
Serious or Rare Side Effects: - Hepatotoxicity, especially with overdose or chronic high‑dose use - Severe skin reactions such as Stevens‑Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis - Blood disorders including thrombocytopenia or neutropenia - Anaphylactic or anaphylactoid reactions - Acute renal failure in rare cases
What precautions apply to Paracetamol?
Paracetamol should be used with awareness of specific safety considerations. - Dosage adjustment: assess liver function before initiating therapy in patients with hepatic impairment - Alcohol consumption: avoid excessive alcohol to reduce risk of liver injury - Existing liver disease: use only under medical supervision - Concomitant drugs: monitor for additive hepatotoxic potential with other medications - Pregnancy and breastfeeding: consult a healthcare professional before use - Store at ambient temperature: keep in the original packaging, protect from moisture and direct sunlight
What does Paracetamol interact with?
Paracetamol can interact with several medicines; awareness helps prevent adverse outcomes.
Major Interactions (Avoid): - Concurrent use with other paracetamol‑containing products: risk of overdose - Strong CYP450 inducers (e.g., rifampicin): may reduce analgesic efficacy - Warfarin: may potentiate anticoagulant effect and increase bleeding risk
Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely): - Alcohol: may amplify hepatotoxic potential - Isoniazid: combined use can increase liver injury risk - Antiepileptics such as carbamazepine: may alter paracetamol metabolism



