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What is a safe paracetamol dose?
Taking too much paracetamol can damage your liver, as Dr Garg highlights with unnecessary painkillers. For adults, the usual advice is not to exceed 4,000mg (eight 500mg tablets) in 24 hours, and always leave at least four hours between doses. Always check the packet and speak to a pharmacist if unsure.
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