What would happen if someone took 10 Dolo 650mg tablets all at once? Is it really dangerous enough to cause death, and what other side effects should I be worried about?

Dr Kareemulla Shaik

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 0+ Yrs

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Taking 10 Dolo 650 mg tablets (total 6,500 mg of paracetamol) at once is very dangerous and potentially life-threatening. Here's what happens: 🚨 Why It's Dangerous: Liver Toxicity: Paracetamol in high doses overwhelms the liver, leading to acute liver failure. Fatal Dose: A single dose above 7,000–10,000 mg can be lethal, especially without treatment. ⚠️ Symptoms to Watch For: First 24 hours: Nausea, vomiting Sweating, general discomfort Pale skin 24–72 hours: Liver damage signs begin: right upper belly pain, dark urine, yellowing skin (jaundice) 72–96 hours: Peak liver failure: confusion, bleeding, low blood sugar, coma or death 🆘 What to Do: Immediate ER visit is critical. Activated charcoal may be given early. Antidote: N-acetylcysteine (NAC), most effective within 8 hours of overdose. Bottom line: Yes, taking 10 tablets is potentially deadly. Immediate medical attention can save life and liver. Never delay if overdose is suspected.

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