Build up of paracetamol increases risk of dying

摘要

PEOPLE who cumulatively take slightly too much paracetamol have a greater risk of dying than people who take a single overdose, according to the authors of a study published this week. The Royal Pharmaceutical Society says the findings reinforce the message that, although paracetamol is a safe drug, it can be harmful if the dosage instructions are ignored. Roger Knaggs, spokesman on pain management for the Society, said: "The message is. clear: if you take more paracetamol than is recommended, you won't improve your pain control, but you may seriously damage your health."