Conclusion: Paracetamol is a commonly used drug, especially among Paediatric patients with potential for overdose. Paracetamol poisoning can lead to liver failure with possible fatal development in ...

How different strengths of paracetamol pose a threat . Recently, a 16-month-old infant was given 5 ml of 500 mg paracetamol five times by the mother to treat fever, instead of 5 ml of 120 mg. This ...

Conclusion: Paracetamol is a commonly used drug, especially among Paediatric patients with potential for overdose. Paracetamol poisoning can lead to liver failure with possible fatal development in ...

Objectives We conducted a systematic literature review to assess the adverse event (AE) profile of paracetamol. Methods We searched Medline and Embase from database inception to 1 May 2013. We ...

The Belgian Poison Control Centre has issued a warning about the risk of paracetamol overdose among teenagers, parents, schools, and caregivers, reports the Gazet van Antwerpen on Monday. A new trend ...

Although acetaminophen overdose is one of the most common poisonings, recognizing symptoms is often difficult. Not only can symptoms be vague — loss of appetite, nausea, stomach pain, and vomiting — ...

Misuse, overdose, or combining it with other substances like alcohol can significantly increase its risks. Keep reading as we share a list of ways in which paracetamol can be harmful for your health.

The National Poisons Information Centre, based at AIIMS, New Delhi, operates a 24-hour toll-free helpline (1800-116-117, 011-2658 9391, 011-2659 3677) for assistance in poisoning cases Paracetamol ...

Acetaminophen is one of the most commonly used over-the-counter medications to treat pain and prevent or reduce fever. It is the main active ingredient in several common painkiller brands, such as ...