Paracetamol has antipyretic and analgesic properties.
Indications:
-treatment of rheumatic pain, muscle pain, neuralgia, headaches, toothaches, menstrual cramps;
-fever (reduces the temperature).
Contraindications:
-hypersensitivity to paracetamol or any of the other ingredients present in the formulation;
-severe renal or hepatic insufficiency;
-nephrolithiasis.
Side effects:
At standard therapeutic doses there are almost no side effects.
In rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions that cause skin rash or erythema occur.
In this case the treatment should be discontinued.
In cases of chronic administration or higher dosages, mild stomach problems, hemolytic anemia, agranulocytosis, methemoglobinemia, skin rash, urticaria, fever, hypoglycemia, CNS stimulation, drowsiness, thrombocytopenic purpura have been reported.
This is an OTC medicine, so it can be taken without a doctor's recommendation.
Before using this medicine carefully read the package leaflet as it contains more detailed information.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for any doubt.