ETHICS Paracetamol 500mg

What does it do?
Paracetamol is used to treat and prevent mild to moderate pain, and reduce fever.

Dosing
Adults & children over 12 years: 1-2 tablets repeated every 4-6 hours if necessary.
Children 6-12 years: ½ -1 tablet repeated every 4-6 hours if necessary.
Maximum of 4 doses in any 24 hours. Do not exceed stated dose Caution
Do not take more than the stated dose. For adults this is usually up to a maximum of 8 tablets/capsules (500 mg) in 24 hours. Do not take other medicines that also contain paracetamol, unless you discuss this with a health professional.
For Adults: Do not use for more than a few days at a time, except on medical advice.
For children ages 7-17: Do not use for more than 48 hours, except on medical advice. Do not exceed the stated dose.