Paracetamol 500mg Tablets (Pack of 32)

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Paracetamol 500mg Tablets (Pack of 32)

Before we start - have you read the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) for this medicine?

The leaflet lists how much to take, the maximum daily dose, and the warning signs of taking too much. Ask us if you do not have a copy.

Yes, I have read it Not yet - I will read it before it is taken

Please read the Patient Information Leaflet before this medicine is taken. It explains the dose, the maximum in 24 hours, and what to do if too much is taken.

Who will be taking this medicine (the intended user)? Myself Someone else (I am buying it for them)

Are you - the person placing this order - 18 or over? Yes, 18 or over No, under 18

We are not able to supply this pack to anyone under 18.

Is the intended user 12 years or older?

These tablets are for adults and children aged 12 and over. Younger children need a children's paracetamol product with a weight-based dose.

Yes, 12 or over No, under 12

These tablets are not suitable for children under 12. Please use a children's paracetamol liquid, or speak to a pharmacist.

What is the intended user's biological sex?

We ask because it affects some safety checks (for example pregnancy).

Female Male

Has the intended user ever had an allergic reaction to paracetamol? No Yes

Paracetamol should not be taken by someone who has had an allergic reaction to it before. Please speak to a pharmacist.

Is the intended user already taking any other medicine that contains paracetamol (for example cold or flu remedies, or co-codamol / other combination painkillers)?

Taking more than one paracetamol product at a time is the most common cause of accidental overdose.

No Yes, or not sure

Do not take this with other paracetamol-containing medicines - it can cause a serious, even life-threatening, overdose. A pharmacist will review before any supply.

Does the intended user have severe liver problems? No Yes

Paracetamol needs caution and sometimes a lower dose if the liver is significantly affected. A pharmacist will review.

Does the intended user regularly drink large amounts of alcohol? No Yes

Regularly drinking a lot of alcohol can increase the risk of liver harm from paracetamol. A pharmacist will review.

Does the intended user weigh under 50 kg (about 7 stone 12)?

Adults under 50 kg may need a lower maximum daily dose.

No Yes

An intended user under 50 kg may need a lower maximum dose. A pharmacist will advise.

Is the intended user taking warfarin (a blood-thinning tablet)?

Taking paracetamol regularly can affect how warfarin works.

No Yes

Regular paracetamol can change the INR for someone on warfarin. A pharmacist will advise on monitoring.

Is the intended user pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding?

Paracetamol is usually the first-choice painkiller in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Use the lowest dose that works, for the shortest time, and ask a pharmacist if unsure.

No Yes, or possibly

Has the intended user needed pain relief like this on most days for more than 3 days for a fever, or 10 days for pain?

Ongoing pain or fever should be looked at properly.

No Yes

If this is still needed after that time, please see a pharmacist or GP to check what is causing the pain or fever.