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Urinary tract infection (lower) - women - Management
What issues should I consider when prescribing paracetamol?
- Paracetamol is well tolerated and rarely causes adverse effects when used at the recommended daily dose [Aronson, 2006b].
- For women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, paracetamol is the preferred analgesic as it can be used at any time during pregnancy or breastfeeding [NTIS, 2004; Schaefer et al, 2007]. For further information, see Choice in pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- In older people, paracetamol is often a safer option than a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
- Paracetamol is best avoided in people with hepatic impairment or alcohol dependence, because the risk of liver damage is increased.
[Schaefer et al, 2007]
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