Painil (Paracetamol) is a para aminophenol derivative, has analgesic and antipyretic properties with weak anti-inflammatory activity. It is one of the most widely used, safest and fast acting analgesic. It is well tolerated and lacks many side effects of aspirin.

Fever, Colic pain, Common cold and influenza, Headache,Post-operative pain, Toothache, Postpartum pain, Earache, Inflammatory pain, Bodyache, Post vaccination pain of children, Myalgia & Neuralgia, Rheumatic & osteoarthritic pain, Dysmenorrhoea, Stiffness of joints       

Adult: 1-2 tablets every 4-6 hours up to a maximum of 4 g (8 tablets) daily.     

For long term treatment, it is wise not to exceed the dose beyond 2.6 g/day.

Children (6-12 years):  ½ to 1 tablet 3-4 times daily.

Suspension:

Children:

Under 3 months: 10mg/kg body weight (reduce to 5 mg/kg if jaundiced) 3 to 4 times daily.

3 months to 1 year: ½ -1 teaspoonful 3 to 4 times daily.

1-5 years: 1-2 teaspoonfuls 3 to 4 times daily.

6-12 years: 2-4 teaspoonfuls 3 to 4 times daily.

Adult : 4-8 teaspoonfuls 3 to 4 times daily.

For post immunization pyrexia in child of 2 months, ½ teaspoonful is recommended

Side effects are significantly mild, though haematological reactions have been reported. Pancreatitis, skin rashes and other allergic reactions occur occasionally.

Paracetamol should be given with care to patients with impaired kidney or liver function or taking other drugs that affect the liver.

It is contraindicated in known hypersensitivity to Paracetamol.

Patients who have taken barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants and alcohol may show diminished ability to metabolize large doses of Paracetamol. Alcohol can increase the hepatotoxicity of Paracetamol overdosage. Chronic ingestion of anticonvulsants or oral steroid contraceptives induce liver enzymes and may prevent attainment of therapeutic Paracetamol levels by increasing first-pass metabolism or clearance.

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.