Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup Benefits & Uses

Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache

Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup is used -

Severe

Liver Damage
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Anaphylactic reaction
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Edema

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Erythema

Mild

Swelling
Rash
Diarrhoea
Injection Site Allergic Reaction

Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Paracetamol is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Paracetamol is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup on the Kidneys?

Paracetamol has very mild side effects on the [Organ].

Mild
What is the effect of Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup on the Liver?

[Organ] can be affected by Paracetamol. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Paracetamol on [Organ] have been reported.

Mild

Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup

Is this Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup habit forming or addictive?

No, Paracetamol is not habit forming.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Paracetamol will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Paracetamol only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Paracetamol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Paracetamol and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup

Consuming Paracetamol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Paracetamol 125 mg/5 ml Syrup

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Paracetamol Syrup without food?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, you can take Paracetamol Syrup with or without food, because it doesn't irritate the stomach lining, unlike other drugs. However, if you are taking NSAIDs (painkillers) such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen along with paracetamol it is best to take them with a light meal or a glass of milk.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Paracetamol Syrup in migraine?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Paracetamol Syrup in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than Paracetamol Syrup. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.

Question over 5 years ago

What is the treatment for Paracetamol Syrup poisoning?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

As we know Paracetamol Syrup is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Paracetamol Syrup ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Paracetamol Syrup poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Paracetamol Syrup with multivitamins?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Paracetamol Syrup can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.