Paracetamol

Question 1

Paracetamol: Introduction

Answer 1

Paracetamol is a p-aminophenol derivative that exhibits analgesic and anti-pyretic activity

Question 2

Paracetamol: Indications

Answer 2

Mild to moderate pain

For example, headache, sprain/strain, toothache ect
As a component of a multimodal analgesic regime.

Question 3

Paracetamol: Contraindications

Answer 3

Hypersensitivity

Do not give if patient has had Paracetamol in the preceding 4 hours

Cannot exceed the maximum allowed single dose or exceed the maximum allowed paracetamol daily dose (24 hours)

Question 4

Paracetamol: Considerations

Answer 4

Nil known at therapeutic doses