Phu Tho doctors warn of paracetamol overdose risks amid flu surge

Medical professionals at Phu Tho Provincial General Hospital have issued a warning regarding paracetamol overdose risks following a 70 percent increase in seasonal flu hospitalizations over the past month. Nearly 30 cases were recorded in a single month.

Experts caution that patients often inadvertently consume excessive amounts of paracetamol by combining single-ingredient medications with multi-symptom flu remedies that both contain the active ingredient. Such overdoses can lead to acute liver damage, severe liver failure, and life-threatening complications.

To prevent toxicity, doctors advise patients to carefully read medication labels, avoid self-prescribing or combining different products containing paracetamol, and strictly follow dosage instructions provided by medical professionals. Special care must be taken with pediatric dosing based on weight and age.