Paracetamol

Introduction Paracetamol is a widely used painkiller (analgesic) from the group of cyclooxygenase inhibitors (non-opioid analgesics) and is used for mild to moderate pain of various causes. It is also used as a fever-reducing drug (antipyretic). Various dosage forms such as: are commercially available. The most common dosage form is 500 mg tablets. Tablets Capsules … Paracetamol

Dosage form | Paracetamol

Dosage form TabletsFilm coated tablets Capsules Juice SuppositorySuppositories Syrup Effect By inhibiting the production of prostaglandin in the body’s cells, paracetamol has a fever-reducing and pain-relieving effect. Prostaglandins are so-called pain mediators that regulate functions such as pain, inflammation and fever. Prostaglandins also influence blood clotting. However, the influence of paracetamol on blood clotting is … Dosage form | Paracetamol

Side effects | Paracetamol

Side effects Paracetamol is a well tolerated drug. There are no frequent side effects when used properly. Rare to very rare side effects are Disturbance of blood formation Allergic reactions Stomach pain/nausea Increase in liver enzymes Cramping of the airwaysDistress The active ingredient is completely metabolized in the liver after about 2 hours. If the … Side effects | Paracetamol

Paracetamol vs. Ibuprofen – what is the difference? | Paracetamol

Paracetamol vs. Ibuprofen – what is the difference? Paracetamol and ibuprofen both belong to the so-called non-opioid analgesics. This means that they are both painkillers that do not belong to the group of opiates. They both intervene in the so-called prostaglandin synthesis. Paracetamol belongs to the group of analgesics that are non-opioid. Ibubrofen is a … Paracetamol vs. Ibuprofen – what is the difference? | Paracetamol

Contraindications | Paracetamol

Contraindications Who should not take paracetamol: Patients with an allergy to the active ingredient paracetamol or other drug components. Patients with severe impairment of liver function Patients with severe impairment of kidney function Patients in pregnancy and breastfeeding ((See also: Paracetamol in the breastfeeding period) Intake possible, but always as short as possible and only … Contraindications | Paracetamol

The Paracetamol suppository

Introduction Paracetamol is a painkiller from the group of non-opioid analgesics. It has analgesic and antipyretic effects. The name of the active ingredient is derived from the chemical name of the substance, i.e. from paraacetylaminophenol. Paracetamol belongs to the group of the most important analgesics, as it is normally very well tolerated. In Germany, paracetamol … The Paracetamol suppository

Side effects | The Paracetamol suppository

Side effects In general, side effects rarely (? 0.01% to <0.1) to very rarely (? 0.01% with individual cases) occur when taking paracetamol according to the recommendations. In addition to the systemic side effects, specific side effects can also occur when using paracetamol suppositories. When inserting the suppository, the sensitive mucous membrane of the rectum … Side effects | The Paracetamol suppository

Paracetamol during pregnancy

Introduction Paracetamol is a painkiller and belongs to the group of non-opioid analgesics. It has an analgesic and antipyretic effect. The name paracetamol comes from paraacetylaminophenol. This is the chemical substance the drug is made of. Paracetamol is usually very well tolerated and is therefore used relatively frequently. In Germany it is available without prescription … Paracetamol during pregnancy