Paracetamol Flashcards
1
Q
What drug class is paracetamol
A
Analgesic, antipyretic
2
Q
Pharmacology of paracetamol
A
P-aminophenol derivative that causes analgesia and antipyretic activity
3
Q
Presentation of paracetamol
A
Tablet - 500mg
Elixir - 120mg/ml
Soluble tablet - 250mg
4
Q
Indications for paracetamol
A
Mild to moderate pain
Fever causing distress
5
Q
Contraindications of paracetamol
A
Allergy/ ADR
Patients < 1 month old
6
Q
Side effects of paracetamol
A
Nausea
7
Q
Dosage of paracetamol
A
500mg- 1Gram every 4 hours, max dose 4G in 24 hours
