AskDocDoc
/
/
/
paracetamol and dolo are same
FREE!Ask Doctors — 24/7
Connect with Doctors 24/7. Ask anything, get expert help today.
500 doctors ONLINE
#1 Medical Platform
Ask question for free
00H : 21M : 51S
background image
Click Here
background image
General Health
Question #28005
90 days ago
146

paracetamol and dolo are same - #28005

Aryan

I am trying to understand if paracetamol and dolo are same because ever since I started feeling this horrible headache that just won't go away, I've been taking what's available, and I found some dolo in my medicine cabinet. I saw that it has paracetamol in it, but then I started thinkin, are they really the same thing? Like, am I just doubling up on stuff if I took both? My friend told me that paracetamol is the generic name or something like that, which kinda made sense... but then there’s those packs of dolo I see everywhere and I can't help wonderin if there’s any difference at all. Also, I’ve taken dolo for fever and pain before but sometimes I feel like my headache gets worse after. Is that a thing? Could it maybe be too much paracetamol that's doin that or the fact that I’m mixing brands without realizing they're basically the same? I don’t wanna mess up my health by not knowing if paracetamol and dolo are same, ya know? Anyway, I really hope someone can clear this up because I'm super confused right now and I've got a busy week ahead.

FREE
Question is closed
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
CTA image asteriksCTA image

Doctors' responses

Paracetamol and Dolo are essentially the same thing when it comes to their active ingredient. Paracetamol is the generic name for the medication, which is commonly used for pain relief and to reduce fever. Dolo is actually a brand name under which paracetamol is marketed. So, when you’re taking Dolo, you’re actually taking paracetamol. If you’re taking both separately thinking they are different medications, you’re doubling up on the same drug. This can potentially lead to exceeding the recommended daily dose of paracetamol, which is generally up to 4000 mg per day for adults, but it’s important to aim lower around 3000 mg to be safe unless advised by a healthcare provider. Taking too much paracetamol can cause liver damage, so it’s important to keep track of the total amount you’re consuming from all sources. As for the headache worsening or feeling no relief, it could be due to several reasons. Sometimes headaches don’t respond to paracetamol alone and might require a different type of medication or combination of medicines. Alternatively, if you are unknowingly taking more paracetamol than recommended, it may contribute to feeling unwell. It’s also possible your headache could be caused by another underlying issue, such as dehydration, stress, or even excessive use of pain relievers, which can sometimes lead to rebound headaches. Consider checking with a healthcare provider especially if the headache persists, as they can assess your symptoms and provide a more tailored approach for relief. In the meantime, make sure not to mix brands and keep track of your daily intake of paracetamol, staying well below the upper limit. Drink plenty of water and rest when possible, but if the headache continues without improvement, medical advice is crucial to rule out any serious conditions.

20485 answered questions
90% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously

Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.

About our doctors

Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


how to treat sinusitis
how many shakti peeth in uttarakhand
What to do if I have numbness in my foot and muscle tissue comes out during bowel movements after a spinal cord injury?
how to heal internal scar tissue naturally
how to take ghee for weight loss
how to prevent spider veins
how to cool the body
red rice benefits and side effects
does shilajit have side effects
which oil is used for body massage
liver ko thik kaise karen
لقد قمت بعمل تحاليل دم واريد قراءة النتائج و اعطائي الملاحظات
dast band karne ke gharelu upay
how to remove blood stains from clothes home remedy
can we eat non veg in dengue
Quelle est le traitement le mieux adapt
how to reduce body heat
does masturbation increase height
how to get rid of tobacco addiction
is it good to drink water in copper bottle
how to heal a dog wound fast at home
does tonsillitis go away
how to remove nasal polyps yourself
big pimples on body
fungus in ears
How to take care of eczema pompholyx
Face black marks
how to remove cotton from wound
What is the condition causing dizziness and vomiting after eating chocolate?
What to do if my lipoma has grown rapidly and is now the size of a tennis ball?
What is causing the recurring blisters and why is it not drying up
pimples below chin
help me everything is wrong with me
How to improve Focus, concentration, energy, memory power, productivity
good juice for liver
What to do if my lipoma is growing fast and is the size of a tennis ball?
candida ear drops
how to cool down internal body heat
dolo tablet uses in hindi
multispecialty
I hv little backache even after menses
pharmacy franchise
piles symptoms male
honey is hot or cold
is dolo 650 antibiotic
What to do if my 10-month-old has irritation after facewash water got in his mouth and nose?
pigmentation reduction cream
What could be causing my wife's low energy and fatigue after starting a new job while caring for our baby?
what are the benefits of beetroot juice
Ear fungus
Can dehydration cause low BP?
home remedy for earache
home remedies for anti aging
physical therapy yoga
What could cause my wife's fatigue and back pain with high ESR and low platelet count?
face pimple removal cream
Do I need rabies vaccination after being scratched by a vaccinated dog?
how to decrease body temperature
does honey help a sore throat
I have been feeling under the weather for weeks without major symptoms what is the reason
can sinus pressure cause dizziness
Mujhe hamesha chakkar aarahi hai or bhook bht lag rahi hai jaldi thak jati hu
What to do for loss of appetite and nausea with fatigue for several days?
why does it feel like something is stuck in my throat
does hyperthyroidism cause weight gain
What could be causing my wife's fatigue and high ESR after changing jobs and having gallbladder removal?
What could be causing left side chest pain in a 25-year-old male runner on mephenatermin sulfate for 7 months?
how to remove forehead acne
What could be causing my wife's low energy and fatigue after starting her new teaching job?
home remedies for gastritis during pregnancy
Unable to sleep at night feels very sleepy at morning
what causes nasal polyps
how to clean stomach in 5 minutes
how to reduce liver stiffness naturally
why ears are itching
how to increase heart rate immediately while sitting
how to shrink a lipoma naturally
how to treat dry throat
how air pollution affect human health
if right side chest pain what to do
how to get rid of varicose veins naturally in 3 minutes
appointment in hospital
can we put aloe vera gel on hair overnight
symptoms of fungus in ear
is ear infection contagious
what is tridosha
what kills a sore throat fast at-home
can we take ashwagandha empty stomach
priyanka arya
Pain in abdomen and in right side
Joints and abdomen pain and eye pain.
how to treat a sore throat at home
yoga therapy online training
best life style
sant parmanand hospital vacancy
pet me infection ke gharelu upay
how to cure dry throat
What to do if my lipoma has grown rapidly and is now the size of a tennis ball?
how to reduce lipoma naturally
what to do for healthy liver