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paracetamol · Medicine question

Can paracetamol be used by people who are allergic to paracetamol?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

The answer

Answer

No, paracetamol is contraindicated in people who are allergic to paracetamol.

Sources for this answer

Calpol Six Plus Sugar Free Suspension (P)McNeil Products Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 21Document updated 2 April 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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