Paracetamol Flashcards
1
Q
Pharmacology and presentation of Paracetamol?
A
500mg Tablet,120mg/5ml Elixir
Inhibits the production of prostaglandins resulting in a reduction of pain and fever
2
Q
Indicators of Paracetamol?
A
- Mild pain
3
Q
Contraindications of Paracetamol?
(ACHAT)
A
- Hypersensitivity
- Age <1 month
- Chest pain in ACS
- Administered in the last 4 hours
- Total dose exceeded of 4g or 60mg/kg in the last 24hours
4
Q
Cautions of Paracetamol?
A
- Hepatic/Renal dysfunction
- Elderly or Frail
- Malnourished
5
Q
Side Effects of Paracetamol?
A
- Hypersensitivity reactions including severe skin rash (rare)
- Haematological reaction (rare)
6
Q
Dosing Regimes of Paracetamol?
A
Adults
- 1g PO, single dose only
Paeds
- 15mg/kg PO, single dose only
7
Q
Onset and duration of Paracetamol?
A
- Onset = 30 minutes
- Duration = 4 hours