Paracetamol+SR+tablets

=Paracetamol SR tablets=

How it works
This is a modified release version of paracetamol, which reduces the amount of times you need to take it per day. //Its analgesic effect may be due to inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis centrally, and to a lesser extent peripherally, where other mechanisms which block pain impulses may be involved. Paracetamol has negligible anti-inflammatory effects.//

Questions to Ask
What medications? //other forms of paracetamol// - medical conditions? - allergies?

How to take
The medication should be taken on a regular basis, not when your joints are sore (supplement with diclofenac gel) Take two tablets three times a day with a glass of water. (each dose gives 8 hours of pain relief)

Side effects
//none reported//

Other advice?
- Because this medication contains paracetamol, you should be aware that you should not take any other formulation containing paracetamol, as this may mean you might double the dose and risk side effects (most cold and flu medications contain paracetamol, so ask your pharmacist just to make sure)

CMI
[|AMH] [|Osteoarthritis - Self-care Card]