Paracetamol

 Paracetamol also called as Acetaminophen belongs to a group of medicines known as analgesic (Pain killer; दर्द निवारक) and antipyretic (reduce fever; ताप नाशक).

Available As - 

Tablet, Capsule,Oral liquid, Injection.

Uses- 

(1) It is used to relieve mild and moderate pain.

(2) It is used to reduce raised body temperature in fever.

How to take-

Before or after meals. As directed by the physician or pharmacist.

Recommended dosage-

For adults- 500 mg to 1 gram every 4-6 hours for a maximum of 4 doses daily.

Children between 12-16 years- 480 to 750 mg every 4-6 hours maximum of 4 doses.

Children b/w 10-12 years- 480-500 mg every 4-6 hours maximum of 4 doses daily.

Pediatric dosage-(Syrup or liquid form)

Child's weight    120mg/5ml    250mg/5ml

5 kg-6.5 kg             4ml                    2ml

8kg                          5ml                    2.5ml  

10kg                        6ml                    3ml

15kg                        9ml                    4.5ml

20kg                        12ml                  6ml

30kg                        18ml                  9ml

40kg                        25ml                  12ml

Below 5 kg consult to doctor.

Common tablet brands available in India-

Calpol 500mg/650mg

Dolo 500mg/650mg

Liquid syrup for children is available in 2 forms-

(1)120 mg in 5 ml

(2)250mg in 5 ml

Common syrup brands-

(1)Paracip

(2)Nicetamol

(3)Calpol

(4)Dolo