headache, short-term feelings of depression, daytime sleepiness, dizziness, stomach cramps, and irritability.
As Paracetamol is widely known as safe, there is no limit on dosage of intake. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Paracetamol for long period.
Special groups refer to newborns, children, pregnant and any other applicable vulnerable groups.
Paracetamol may have some affect on pregnant or breast-feeding women. We recommend consumers to consult professionals before using Paracetamol in food of pregnant or breast-feeding women.
Though Paracetamol is not on FDA's GRAS exemption list, it's still widely accepted as safe food additive in many countries including USA with specific limit on dosage.
No breaking news or public health crises reported about Paracetamol reported up to now.
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