Paracetamol Flashcards
1
Q
What are the indications of Paracetamol?
A
- Mild pain
- Headache
2
Q
What are the contraindications of Paracetamol?
A
- Hypersensitivity
- Children <1month
- Exceeding 4g within 24hr (60mg/kg Paed)
- Alreay administered in past 4hr
- Chest pain in suspected acute coronary syndrome
3
Q
What are some precautions of Paracetamol?
A
- Impaired hepatic function or liver disease
- Elderly/frail
- Malnourished
4
Q
What are some side effects of Paracetamol?
A
- Hypersensitivity (inc. severe skin rashes)
- Haematological reaction
5
Q
What are the dosages of Paracetamol?
A
- 1000 mg (2x tablet) PO
- >60y/o or 60kg> 500mg PO
6
Q
What is the Onset, Peak and Duration of Paracetamol?
A
O - 30min
P - N/A
D - 4hr
