Use of Paracetamol in India

 

Paracetamol Ip is used as a fever reducer and pain reliever medicine. It is available in many brand names in India. Paracetamol Ph Eur is categorized as class of pain reliever medicines (analgesics) and fever reducers (antipyretics). It is available in the form of Paracetamol granules, Paracetamol powder, tablet, capsule and liquid solution.

In India, Paracetamol Api is available without prescription as well. This is because normal Paracetamol dosage usually does not lead to any severe side effect. Possible side effects of Paracetamol particularly in case of overdose or wrong consumption are breathing difficulty, swelling, itching, rashes, uneasiness, skin blister, drowsiness and dizziness. However, any outcome of Paracetamol dosage must be discussed with doctor on immediate notice.

Following cases/individuals must consult doctor before beginning any Paracetamol course - pregnancy, alcohol addiction, breastfeeding women, liver disease, chronic disease like diabetes and liver problems.

Paracetamol is not considered harmful for pregnant women. Paracetamol can only be taken by pregnant women when advised by a doctor. The maximum dosage of Paracetamol per day for pregnant women can be 4000mg. No pregnant women must have Paracetamol at their own call. If Paracetamol is prescribed by a doctor during pregnancy, then it should be taken exactly as per doctor advice.

Children can be given Paracetamol dosage.

For Paracetamol dosage for children, it is important to maintain a gap of 6-hours. For adults the gap between two consecutive Paracetamol dosages must be 4-hours.

Both adults and children can take Paracetamol medicine dose for Covid-19 up to 6 times a day. Please note its best to start or continue Paracetamol dosage for Covid-19 symptoms or any kind of fever only as per doctor’s advice.

After taking the Paracetamol medicine, patients need to wait up to an hour to see its effects in the body.

Farmson as one of the best Paracetamol Ip supplier recommends physician consultancy before beginning any course or dosage of Paracetamol.