Paracetomol for a sleep aid anybody??
Answer:
Paracetomol is a combination of an anesthetic and analgesic. In other words, it helps reduce body temperature as well as act as painkillers. My advice to you is to stop doing this because u're giving her painkillers for no reason. Too much of it can affect her sensory nerves given enough time.
I use ibuprofen exactly the same way. The only explanation I have come up with is that it relieves any little aches, pains or minor discomforts and that brings on sleep.
This is an interesting concern that you have brought up. I would recommend that you disconinue using this medication if your daughter is not "sick". There are things like sleepy time tea or camomille tea that helps as well as clean bedding she should have clean sheets every week that helps as well. I know that you have internet so please visit this site that I ahve researched at and is very informative wich is WEBMD.COM. The following below is an excerpt from the site that I have recommended. Makes you think about things more in tune with what dfoctor's are quick to recommend to us unknowingly: Paracetamol Oral Uses
This drug is used to treat mild to moderate pain (e.g., headaches, cold/flu aches and pains) and to reduce fever.
What conditions does this medication treat?
Paracetamol Oral is used to treat the following:
Toothache, Pain During Periods, Pain associated with Arthritis, Backache, Muscle Pain, Fever, Pain, Head Pain
Paracetamol Oral may also be used to treat:
Migraine Headache, Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
How to use Paracetamol Oral
Take this product by mouth as directed. Follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
For suspensions, shake the bottle well before each dose. Measure the liquid medication with the provided dose-measuring spoon/dropper to make sure you have the correct dose. Do not use a household spoon.
For rapidly-dissolving tablets, chew or allow to dissolve on the tongue, then swallow with or without water. For chewable tablets, chew thoroughly before swallowing.
There are many brands and forms of acetaminophen available. Read the dosing instructions carefully for each product because the amount of acetaminophen may be different between products. Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended. (See also Side Effects and Precautions sections.)
Do not take this medication for fever for more than 3 days unless directed by your doctor. For adults, do not take this product for pain for more than 10 days (5 days in children) unless directed by your doctor. If the child has a sore throat (especially with high fever, headache, or nausea/vomiting), consult the doctor promptly.
Pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. If you wait until the symptoms have worsened, the medication may not work as well.
Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens or if you develop new symptoms. If you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
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