Adco-Napamol 500mg Tablets
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Relief of mild to moderate pain and reduction of fever.
Dosage (summary)
The usual adult dose is 500 mg to 1000 mg every 4 to 6 hours as needed, not exceeding 4000 mg in 24 hours.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset of action is typically within 30 minutes, with peak effects occurring at 1 to 2 hours.
Special Populations
- Patients with liver impairment
- Elderly patients
- Patients with renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Paracetamol is generally considered safe for use during pregnancy and lactation when used at recommended doses.
Key Drug Interactions
- Alcohol may increase the risk of liver toxicity.
- Warfarin may have increased anticoagulant effects with prolonged use of high doses of paracetamol.
Contraindications
- Severe liver disease
- Hypersensitivity to paracetamol or any of the excipients
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Rash
- Liver damage (in cases of overdose)
- Allergic reactions (rare)
Counselling Points
- Do not exceed the recommended dose to avoid risk of liver damage.
- Inform healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen.
- Avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
Serious warnings
- Use with caution in patients with liver disease or heavy alcohol use.
- Overdose can lead to severe liver damage and can be fatal.
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