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Hapacol: The tablets also contain aspartame (a source of phenylalanine) and so should not be taken by people with phenylketonuria.
Care is advised in the administration of paracetamol to patients with severe renal or severe hepatic impairment. Patients with alcohol dependence could also be at risk in taking paracetamol. The hazards of overdose are greater in those with non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease.
Each tablet contains sodium and may be harmful to people on a low sodium diet.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose even if the patient feels well, because of the risk of delayed serious liver damage.
Allergy alert: Paracetamol may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include skin reddening, blisters or rash.
These could be signs of a serious condition. If these reactions occur, stop use and seek medical assistance right away.
Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines: None known.
Hapacol Junior: Warnings: Unsuitable for phenylketonurics.
To avoid a risk of overdose, check the absence of paracetamol in the composition of other medicines.
Recommended maximum doses: In children less than 37 kg, the total dose of paracetamol should not exceed 80 mg/kg/day (see Overdosage).
In children between 38 kg and 50 kg, the total dose of paracetamol should not exceed 3 g per day (see Overdosage).
In adults and children over 50 kg, the total dose of Paracetamol must not exceed 4 grams per day (see Overdosage).
Precautions for use: In children treated with 60 mg/kg/day of paracetamol, the combination of another antipyretic is justified only in cases of ineffectiveness.
Each sachet contains sodium and may be harmful to people on a low sodium diet.
Allergy alert: Paracetamol may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include skin reddening, blisters or rash.
These could be signs of a serious condition. If these reactions occur, stop use and seek medical assistance right away.
Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines: Not applicable.
