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Pharmacist explains how paracetamol and ibuprofen work<\/h3>\n

Crammed in many medical cabinets in our homes, paracetamol is a go-to painkiller for treating various aches and pains.<\/p>\n

Many take the small white pill without thinking twice about its unwanted effects, but there are some side effects to be aware of just like with any other medication.<\/p>\n

While the vast majority of people taking paracetamol have nothing to fear, some people might experience changes in their bowel habits, according to Dr Deborah Lee, from Dr Fox Online Pharmacy.<\/p>\n

Diarrhoea and constipation<\/h2>\n

Considered \u201ccommon\u201d side effects of the popular medication, diarrhoea and constipation occur in between one to 10 percent of users.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Dr Lee said: \u201cUsers may also complain of tummy pain, nausea, vomiting and indigestion.\u201d<\/p>\n

READ MORE <\/strong> Doctor issues \u2018vital\u2019 advice on whether it’s safe to take paracetamol every day<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The good news is that paracetamol rarely causes side effects as long as you stick to the recommended dose.<\/p>\n

In case you\u2019re not aware, the standard portion is one or two 500mg tablets of paracetamol taken up to four times in a 24-hour period.<\/p>\n

While it can be tempting to keep popping the pain relief when you\u2019re battling consistent pain, the doctor warned that \u201cthis is highly dangerous\u201d.\u00a0<\/p>\n

She said: \u201cEven taking a few extra tablets can have a very serious outcome and can be fatal.\u201d<\/p>\n

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If you ingest too much of the popular painkiller, you can develop liver failure which can lead to another side effect that strikes on the loo.<\/p>\n

Clay-coloured stools<\/h2>\n

The doctor explained that paracetamol overdose can spur on jaundice, which describes yellowing of your skin and eyes.<\/p>\n

Jaundice can be also accompanied by clay-coloured stools that appear light greyish-white, resembling clay or putty.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Dr Lee added that symptoms like these usually occur within a few days of paracetamol overdose.<\/p>\n