Analgesia Flashcards
1
Q
Paracetamol side effects
A
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal pain
2
Q
Paracetamol duration
A
3-4 hours
3
Q
Paracetamol onset
A
30-60 minutes
4
Q
Paracetamol dose
A
Adult – 1g every 4 hours
Paed – 60mg-1g every 4-6 hours (depending on age)
5
Q
Diclofenac onset
A
15-30 minutes
6
Q
Diclofenac duration
A
3-4 hours
7
Q
Diclofenac side effects
A
- Oedema
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
