TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Paracetamol or acetaminophen is a drug to relieve fever and pain. This drug is used for many diseases because it can relieve fever and pain, including toothache, menstrual pain, to relieve symptoms after the Covid-19 vaccination.
However, if you drink too much paracetamol, this drug can be bad. When you take too much paracetamol, launch Express, you will probably feel some symptom which looks like a cold. You will have a fever and this may be accompanied by chills and a sore throat.
If you have a cold at the time, these signs of an excess of paracetamol may not help. However, there are other signs to watch for, such as bloody or black stools, or bloody or cloudy urine. You may also feel pain in your lower back and red spots on your skin.
A skin rash or itching can also be a sign overdose paracetamol. The Mayo Clinic says these are some of the potential adverse reactions caused by excess paracetamol. Other adverse reactions also include:
– Sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
– The amount of urine decreases suddenly
– Unusual bleeding or bruising
– Unusually tired or weak
– Yellowing eyes or skin
You may overdose on paracetamol if you experience the following symptoms:
– Diarrhea
– Excessive sweating
– Loss of appetite
– Nausea and/or vomiting
– Stomach cramps
– Swelling or pain in the upper abdomen
If you or someone around you experiences some of the symptoms above, seek help immediately to get the right treatment.
Also read: No Fever After Covid-19 Vaccination, No Need To Give Children Paracetamol
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