API

Paracetamol

Drug classification

Dosage form

Tablet

API strength per dosage

Paracetamol BP (As immediate release) 325mg,…

Dose

Adults: 1000 mg orally every 8 hours, maximum 3000 mg/day. Pediatrics (≥12 years): Same as adults. Children <12 years: Not recommended. Renal/hepatic impairment: Use with caution; reduce dose or increase dosing interval as appropriate. Elderly: No specific adjustment, but monitor closely.

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