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FC tablet: When used correctly, paracetamol is safe to take paracetamol should be used with caution in patients who are renally or hepatically impaired, depended on alcohol or malnourished. This product contains paracetamol. Do not take any other products containing paracetamol at the same time. Allergy alert: Paracetamol may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include skin reddening, blisters or rash. These could be signs of a serious condition. If these reactions occur, stop use seek medical assistance right away.
Infusion soln: It is recommended that a suitable analgesic oral treatment be used as soon as this route of administration is possible.
In order to avoid the risk of overdose, check that other medicines administered do not contain either paracetamol or propacetamol.
Doses higher than those recommended entail the risk of very serious liver damage.
Clinical signs and symptoms of liver damage are not usually seen until two days, and up to a maximum of 4-6 days, after administration. Treatment with antidote should be given as soon as possible (see Symptoms and Treatment of Overdose under Overdosage).
Precautions for use: Paracetamol should be used with caution in cases of: hepatocellular insufficiency, severe renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance <30mL/min), chronic alcoholism, chronic malnutrition (low reserves of hepatic glutathione), dehdydration.
Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines: It is unlikely to impair a patient's ability to drive or use machinery.
