Cetamol (Paracetamol)


Brand Name: Cetamol

Generic Name: Paracetamol

Manufacturer/Agent: Regal Pharma


Formulation: tabs

Strength: 500mg

Pack size: 1000

Trade Price: KES 340.00

Retail Price: @ KES 0.45


Class: Nsaids (Musculoskeletal agents)

Mechanism of Action:


Synonym: Acetaminophen

Molecular Formulae: C8H9NO2 = 151.2

Precautions: Known sensitivity to paracetamol. care in impaired liver or kidney function, alcoholism.

Indications/Uses: Mild to moderate pain, reduction in fever; 0.5-1g tid.

Interactions: Chronic alocohol use: increased hepatic toxicity

Side Effects: Rarely; rash, blood disorders, acute panceatitis after long usage. liver damage may result from large doses.