CPP Paracetamol Flashcards by Simeon Broadbent

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Paracetamol

Presentation

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500mg tablet or capsule

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Paracetamol

Primary emergency indications

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Mild pain including headache

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Paracetamol

Contraindications

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Age = < 1 month

Already administered in past 4hrs

Total intake in past 24hrs exceeds 4g (adult)

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Paracetamol

Precautions

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a) Hepatic impairment
b) Renal impairment
c) Elderly/frail
d) Malnourished

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Paracetamol

Key timings

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Onset = 30min
Peak = NA
Duration = 4hrs

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Paracetamol

Pharmacology/
Actions

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Provides analgesic and antipyretic effects.

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