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What Causes Tiredness, Diarrhea And Lightheadedness After Taking Overdose Of Paracetamol?
hi. i was admitted t hospital on sunday due to taking an overdose of 70 paracetamol. i was put on a drip and spend two nights in hospital. my bloods came back clear after the second day and i was discharged. Today i have been feeling really tired and light headed and have now got diarrhea is this normal after a overdose?
Fri, 14 Aug 2020
Hello,
Paracetamol commonly does not have any side effects but since you have taken overdose you are experiencing symptoms of allergy and stress. You are having tiredness, lightheadedness, diarrhea (clay colored stool). You may also experience nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine, stomach pain, rash, etc. If neglected you may develop yellowing of the skin and sclera of the eye. Overdose may affect your liver and cause jaundice.
You are suggested to take anti diarrhea medicines, ORS, water, juice and antacids or PPI's. You can take semi solid food like oats, porridge, khichri, custard in small amounts. Take boiled food. Avoid spicy, oily, packaged or frozen food. Avoid taking raw veggies or fruits. Take well cooked home made nutritious food. Take rest and adequate sleep for a couple of days. Stay cheerful.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
Paracetamol commonly does not have any side effects but since you have taken overdose you are experiencing symptoms of allergy and stress. You are having tiredness, lightheadedness, diarrhea (clay colored stool). You may also experience nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine, stomach pain, rash, etc. If neglected you may develop yellowing of the skin and sclera of the eye. Overdose may affect your liver and cause jaundice.
You are suggested to take anti diarrhea medicines, ORS, water, juice and antacids or PPI's. You can take semi solid food like oats, porridge, khichri, custard in small amounts. Take boiled food. Avoid spicy, oily, packaged or frozen food. Avoid taking raw veggies or fruits. Take well cooked home made nutritious food. Take rest and adequate sleep for a couple of days. Stay cheerful.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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