Brings fever down
Helps your body return to a normal temperature so you feel more comfortable.
Paraset D contains paracetamol, one of the most widely used medicines for pain and fever. "Dispersible" means the tablet dissolves in water and you drink it, which suits people who find tablets hard to swallow.
Paraset D is commonly used for:
Helps your body return to a normal temperature so you feel more comfortable.
Takes the edge off headaches, body aches and toothache.
Dissolves in water, so there is no large tablet to swallow.
At the right dose it rarely upsets the stomach, unlike many other painkillers.
Not everyone gets side effects. Most are mild and settle as your body gets used to the medicine.
Talk to your doctor if any of these bother you or don't go away.
Paracetamol works mainly in the brain. It reduces the chemicals that pass on pain signals, so you feel less pain. It also acts on the brain's "thermostat", helping it bring a high temperature back down.
A quick guide to common situations. Your doctor knows your health best, so always follow their advice.
Alcohol and paracetamol together raise the risk of liver damage. Avoid alcohol while taking it.
It is generally one of the preferred medicines for pain and fever in pregnancy when taken at the right dose for a short time. Check with your doctor first.
Only very small amounts pass into breast milk, so it is generally considered safe while breastfeeding at normal doses.
It does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Take care if you have serious kidney disease. Your doctor may space the doses further apart. It is still often the painkiller of choice for people with kidney problems.
Take extra care if you have liver disease or drink alcohol regularly. Your doctor may advise a lower dose. Avoid it in severe or active liver disease unless your doctor says otherwise.
This page explains the medicine in simple words for general awareness. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Always follow your prescription and the leaflet inside the pack. Prescription (Rx) medicines are supplied and dispensed only against a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner.