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Paracetamol

Clinically reviewed by MedNext Clinical Team. Last reviewed 1 January 2026. See our editorial policy and correction policy.

6 known interactions (1 severe)
15 brand names

Indications

  • Mild to moderate pain, Pyrexia
  • Mild to moderate pain in patients with risk factors
  • Pain, Pyrexia with discomfort

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Drug Interactions

1 SevereModerate interactions

6 drug interactions identified for Paracetamol. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.

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Safety Information

🤰Pregnancy guidance available
🤱Breastfeeding guidance available
🫘Renal impairment guidance
🫁Hepatic impairment guidance
⚠️Requires renal dose adjustment

Cautions

Before administering, check when paracetamol last administered and cumulative paracetamol dose over previous 24 hours; body-weight under 50 kg; chronic alcohol consumption; chronic dehydration; chroni

Side Effects

Commonhypote
Rarehypote

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Brand Names

Crocin(IN)Calpol(IN, PK)+ 13 more in app
Mn

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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset

Last reviewed: 2026

Reviewer: MedNext Clinical Team

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