If however the pain is more random, give them a dose when they experience the pain, and wait 4 hours before the next. However, especially in the case of children, you should always read the leaflet carefully or consult a medical professional first. Especially if your child is small for their age. When taken in correct doses, paracetamol is unlikely to cause any side effects.
However it can be possible, especially if you are unknowingly allergic, so if you notice anything unusual when you start the medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
If your reaction is severe, such as anaphylaxis, call Most people can take paracetamol safely, but there are some cases where you should consult your doctor first. For adults, paracetamol is usually available as a tablet or capsule. There are other forms available for those that find them difficult to swallow, such as syrup or soluble tablets that can dissolve in water.
There are also suppository and liquid syrup options for children. Paracetamol can also be administered through an IV drip in a hospital environment by a doctor or nurse. Common brand names for paracetamol include Panadol, Calpol commonly for infants , Medinol, Disprol and Hedex.
This means you can take paracetamol with other painkillers to increase the effect or target a different cause of the pain, such as with aspirin, ibuprofen and codeine. You can buy paracetamol on its own, but most pharmacies will sell medication and other painkillers that contain paracetamol as an added ingredient, such as lemsip and night nurse.
Common prescription painkillers with paracetamol combined with another include co-codamol codeine with paracetamol , tramacet tramadol with paracetamol and co-dydramol dihydrocodeine and paracetamol.
Ibuprofen is a common painkiller that also effectively treats inflammation. Due to its ability to treat pain and inflammation, ibuprofen is commonly used to treat pain caused by inflammation, among a number of other aches and pains.
These include:. Ibuprofen for Adults …. In most cases, the dosage for ibuprofen is one or two mg tablets, 3 times a day, leaving 6 hours between each dose. When necessary however, you can be prescribed a higher dose of up to mg, or slow release ibuprofen for more constant pain.
Ibuprofen for Kids …. The maximum dosage - volume and frequency - of ibuprofen within a 24 hour period for children depends on the age of the child. The weight and medical history of the child can also have an effect, so it is advisable that you consult a medical professional before providing your child with any medication.
Ibuprofen can cause a number of side effects , some requiring medical attention. Older children can often tell you where their pain is, but in younger children it may not be as obvious. The following might suggest your child is in pain 1 :. If your child looks unwell, or in moderate to severe pain they should be reviewed by a doctor to determine the cause.
Fever in most children is when their body temperature rises above 38 o C and is usually caused by an infection. It is a normal process that helps the body's immune system fight the infection.
Many children cope well with low grade temperatures e. If your child is miserable with a fever, then giving paracetamol or ibuprofen can often make them more comfortable and more willing to drink - which is important to remain hydrated.
Many parents get concerned when a temperature does not come down after giving medication. Some illnesses cause inflammation redness, heat and swelling and may benefit more from ibuprofen as it is an anti-inflammatory. Common conditions we see at Night Doctor include injuries, middle ear infections and throat infections such as tonsillitis.
The quick answer is yes, you can. Paracetamol and ibuprofen do not react with each other to harm your child. The potential risk of using them both together is that you will get confused with how much you have given and then give your child too much. Studies have shown no benefit of either combining paracetamol or ibuprofen, or alternating between the two when treating fever.
Therefore we recommend sticking to one only. Unlike treating fever, ibuprofen and paracetamol have been shown to complement each other, providing improved pain relief when given alternately. Again, when alternating paracetamol and ibuprofen, be sure to keep a diary so you do not give more than the recommended daily doses of each.
It can also be addictive so it is important that is only taken for three days, or as suggested by your doctor or pharmacist. For dosage information always read the packaging and included patient leaflet, one of our expert pharmacists or your doctor will also be able to offer advice. Taking paracetamol and ibuprofen together is safe to do if you are over the age of However children should not be given these medicines together unless you have been told to do so by a healthcare practitioner.
You can take ibuprofen and paracetamol at the same time or space them apart, although ibuprofen is best taken with food or after you have eaten. Your pharmacist will also be able to offer advice, and help you make sure that you are not exceeding the recommended daily doses. It is safe to take co-codamol with ibuprofen and aspirin, as long as you read the labels before taking these painkillers.
However you should not take co-codamol with paracetamol, as it already contains a dose of paracetamol. Taking these medications together could put you at risk of a paracetamol overdose. It is safe to take aspirin with paracetamol. Ibuprofen and paracetamol work differently to ease pain, they are also recommended for different types of pain. For example if you have a headache then you should use paracetamol, whereas if you have arthritis ibuprofen will be better.
You can use ibuprofen gel with ibuprofen tablets; however the gel is best for when you are experiencing pain in small areas on the body. If you regularly take ibuprofen to relive pain you may not notice any extra benefit from using gel alongside. Before you start applying ibuprofen to your skin, speak to a pharmacist or your doctor about other medicines you are taking, for example ibuprofen can react with medicines for high blood pressure or other anti-inflammatory painkillers.
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