Practical FAQs (based ONLY on the source)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nActive ingredient and class<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nParacetamol<\/strong> 500 mg per tablet. Paracetamol is a widely used analgesic<\/strong> (pain-reliever) and antipyretic<\/strong> (fever-reducer).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nIndications (uses) \u2014 exactly as per the source<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nRelief of mild to moderate pain<\/strong> and fever<\/strong>, such as:\n\nHeadaches<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\nToothache<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\nPain and fever associated with colds and flu<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\nIntended for adults<\/strong> and children older than 6 years<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>How it works <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen you have pain or fever, your body releases chemicals that increase pain signalling and raise your internal \u201cthermostat\u201d in the brain. Paracetamol works centrally (mainly in the brain) to dampen pain signals<\/strong> and reset the body\u2019s temperature control<\/strong>, so aches ease and fever comes down. It does not reduce swelling like anti-inflammatory medicines do, but it is effective for everyday pain and fever when taken at the correct dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Who should NOT use this medicine<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nDo not use AUSTELL PARACETAMOL if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nYou are allergic<\/strong> to paracetamol or any of the ingredients listed in this leaflet.<\/li>\n\n\n\nYou have any liver problem<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nChildren under 6 years:<\/strong> Do not<\/strong> give AUSTELL PARACETAMOL to children younger than 6 years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Warnings and precautions (Read before use)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nTalk to your doctor or pharmacist before use if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nYou have liver disease<\/strong> or a history of liver problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\nYou have kidney disease<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nImportant use reminders<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nDo not<\/strong> take this product together with any other medicine that contains paracetamol<\/strong>, as this can lead to accidental overdose.<\/li>\n\n\n\nIf your symptoms worsen<\/strong> or do not improve<\/strong> after 7 days (adults)<\/strong> or 3 days (children)<\/strong>, seek medical advice.<\/li>\n\n\n\nKeep to the maximum daily dose<\/strong> and spacing<\/strong> between doses (see dosing sections below).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nDriving and using machines<\/strong>Wait to see how you feel<\/strong> before doing tasks that require full attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Pregnancy, planning pregnancy, and breastfeeding<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSpeak to your doctor or pharmacist before use.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Interactions<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAlways tell your healthcare provider about all<\/strong> medicines you are taking. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using AUSTELL PARACETAMOL if you take:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\nAntibiotics:<\/strong> e.g., chloramphenicol<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nAnti-sickness medicines:<\/strong> e.g., metoclopramide<\/strong>, domperidone<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nMedicines for diarrhoea caused by gall bladder disease<\/strong> (not further specified in the source).<\/li>\n\n\n\nLipid-lowering agent:<\/strong> cholestyramine<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nMedicine that increases uric acid in urine:<\/strong> probenecid<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nLiver enzyme inducers:<\/strong> carbamazepine<\/strong>, phenytoin<\/strong>, phenobarbitone<\/strong>, rifampicin<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nAnticoagulant:<\/strong> warfarin<\/strong> (a medicine that reduces blood clotting).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nFood and drinks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nThe source reports no known interaction<\/strong> with food and drinks. You may take AUSTELL PARACETAMOL with meals, with beverages, or independently of meals<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>How to take (Step-by-step)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGeneral guidance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nCheck the strength<\/strong> (these tablets are 500 mg).<\/li>\n\n\n\nConfirm eligibility:<\/strong> adults and children 6 years and older<\/strong> only.<\/li>\n\n\n\nMeasure the dose<\/strong> from the table below.<\/li>\n\n\n\nSpacing:<\/strong> leave 4 to 6 hours<\/strong> between doses; do not exceed<\/strong> the maximum stated for 24 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\nSwallow with water:<\/strong> take with a full glass of water.<\/li>\n\n\n\nWith or without food:<\/strong> take with meals, with beverages, or independently of meals<\/strong>. If you have a sensitive stomach<\/strong>, taking the dose after food<\/strong> may be more comfortable.<\/li>\n\n\n\nDo not combine<\/strong> with any other medicine containing paracetamol<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\nAdult dosing (18 years and older)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n1 to 2 tablets<\/strong> (500\u20131,000 mg) every 4 to 6 hours<\/strong> as needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\nMaximum:<\/strong> Do not<\/strong> take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nPaediatric dosing (6\u201312 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\u00bd to 1 tablet<\/strong> (250\u2013500 mg) every 4 to 6 hours<\/strong> as needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\nMaximum:<\/strong> Do not<\/strong> take more than 4 tablets in 24 hours<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nChildren under 6 years<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nDo not use<\/strong> AUSTELL PARACETAMOL tablets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nMissed dose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nIf you forget a dose, do not take a double dose<\/strong> to make up for it. Take the next dose at the usual time, respecting the 4\u20136 hour<\/strong> interval.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nOverdose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nEmergency:<\/strong> If too much has been taken, seek medical help immediately<\/strong>. Contact your doctor, pharmacist, the nearest hospital emergency unit, or a poison centre. Early treatment is important.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nPractical tips for adherence (based on the source instructions)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nKeep a simple dose log<\/strong> with times, especially when dosing for fever.<\/li>\n\n\n\nUse a timer<\/strong> or phone reminder to maintain the 4\u20136 hour<\/strong> spacing.<\/li>\n\n\n\nCheck labels of other cold\/flu remedies<\/strong> to make sure they do not contain paracetamol<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Dosing table<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAge group<\/th> Single dose<\/th> How often<\/th> Maximum in 24 hours<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Adults (\u226518 years)<\/strong><\/td>1\u20132 tablets (500\u20131,000 mg)<\/td> Every 4\u20136 hours as needed<\/td> 8 tablets<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Children 6\u201312 years<\/strong><\/td>\u00bd\u20131 tablet (250\u2013500 mg)<\/td> Every 4\u20136 hours as needed<\/td> 4 tablets<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nNote:<\/strong> Do not<\/strong> give to children under 6 years<\/strong>. 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