Key information summary
Efficacy & effects
This medication is used to relieve various types of pain, including headache, toothache, sore throat, joint pain, muscle pain, and menstrual pain. It is also effective for pain after tooth extraction and pain due to trauma, bruises, fractures, and sprains. Additionally, it has antipyretic effects to improve symptoms in the presence of chills and fever. This medication is widely used for various types of pain and fever conditions.
Dosage
Hives, swelling, chest tightness, cold sweat, paleness, difficulty breathing (anaphylactic symptoms) Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) Asthma Severe lethargy throughout the body, yellowing of skin or eyes (liver dysfunction, jaundice)
Precautions
This medication may burden the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three drinks a day should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication or any other antipyretic analgesics. While taking this medication, there may rarely be serious skin reactions; if symptoms such as rash or itching appear, stop taking it immediately and consult an expert. This medication contains acetaminophen, so it is important to avoid exceeding the maximum daily dose of 4000mg, and it should not be taken with other products containing acetaminophen. People with allergies to this medication or its components, those who have previously caused asthma, and infants under three months of age should not take this medication. It is safer not to take other antipyretic analgesics, cold medications, or sedatives simultaneously during use. Children who are suspected of having chickenpox or influenza, individuals with allergic constitutions, those with liver or kidney disorders, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and nursing mothers must consult an expert before taking this medication. If symptoms such as rash, vomiting, dizziness, or swelling appear after taking the medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist. If severe allergic reactions or skin disorder symptoms occur, immediate treatment should be sought. Children under the age of 2 should not use this medication unless absolutely necessary and prescribed by a doctor. It is important to adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage and avoid prolonged use, as well as to refrain from alcohol consumption during the treatment.
Side effects
Rash, redness, itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, dizziness, swelling, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)
Interactions
For adults, take one packet at a time, up to three times a day, avoiding administration on an empty stomach. The dosing interval should be at least 4 hours.