There is not much safe medicine like paracetamol to cure fever and pain! So this medicine is widely used in our country. Many people take paracetamol when their body temperature rises or they have a slight fever. Because, what will happen if you are lying at home with fever! So many people take paracetamol and go out to school, college or work due to lack of holidays. But according to doctors, it is better not to take fever medicine until the body temperature exceeds 101 degrees Fahrenheit.
Because, viral fever goes away on its own. All it takes is rest and adequate water intake. The habit of taking paracetamol only when the temperature rises a little or when there is pain in the body is very dangerous! Let us know some information about paracetamol which is very important to know. Here are some important facts about paracetamol:
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In terms of use, analgesics are generally divided into two parts. A narcotic analgesic. Such as morphine, pethidine, etc. These create drug addiction and addiction. It is strictly forbidden to take such drugs without the advice of a doctor. Another non-drug painkiller. This group includes paracetamol and aspirin along with many other drugs.
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We use paracetamol more than other medicines for general body aches or somatic pain. Paracetamol is very effective in headaches, sore throats, muscle aches, toothaches, menstrual cramps etc.
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Paracetamol is a well-known drug in the treatment of fever. Known as paracetamol over the counter or OTC, it can be bought by anyone without a doctor's prescription.
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We must know the dosage of paracetamol. One 500 mg tablet for adults, sometimes two can be taken together if necessary. Usually, three to four medicines can be taken in 24 hours. It must be remembered that no more than 4000 mg of paracetamol can be taken in 24 hours.
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In the case of a child, the dose of paracetamol syrup should be given according to the weight with the advice of a doctor. Four grams is the highest level.
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Paracetamol can be taken for up to three days for pain or fever. If it does not help, you must take other medicines with the advice of a doctor.
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Paracetamol does not have any major side effects. However, some people's lack of essential blood components can cause skin problems.
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Remember, it is not advisable to take more paracetamol than the prescribed dose. This is because taking high doses of paracetamol increases the risk of kidney and liver damage.
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Many people take 10 to 12 500 mg of paracetamol in 24 hours. It shouldn't be at all. If the condition is severe, a maximum of eight paracetamols can be taken daily with the advice of a doctor.
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For those who have kidney and liver problems, it is better to take less paracetamol. Public Health Specialist, Writer and Researcher in Charge, Institute of Geriatric Medicine Bangladesh Veterans Welfare Association, Dhaka.
We will get the opinion of the doctor before taking the medicine. We will face many dangers without knowing it. This very important for us. I hope this information you will share with your family, friend, neighbors as well as other.
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