What happens if I take 2 Dolo 650 tablets?

Dear Reader,

If you accidentally took two Dolo 650 tablets within an hour, don’t panic. Each tablet contains 650 mg of paracetamol, a standard medicine used for fever and pain. Taking two tablets together means you’ve taken 1,300 mg at once, which is slightly higher than the usual safe single dose (1,000 mg) but still below the amount that usually causes harm in a healthy adult.

In most cases, a one-time extra dose like this is not dangerous if you are otherwise healthy and do not have liver problems or drink alcohol regularly. You might not notice any symptoms, or you could experience mild nausea or stomach upset. Paracetamol becomes harmful when taken in very high amounts or too often, as it can damage the liver.

Here’s what you should do:

Avoid taking more paracetamol or any medicines containing it for the next 8 to 10 hours.
Drink plenty of water, have something light to eat, and rest well.
Do not drink alcohol for the rest of the day.
Watch for warning signs such as vomiting, loss of appetite, pain on the right side of your abdomen, yellowing of your eyes or skin, extreme tiredness, or dark urine.

If you notice any of these symptoms or if you have existing liver disease or take liver-affecting medicines, contact your doctor immediately.

In summary, taking two Dolo 650 tablets by mistake is unlikely to cause serious harm, but be cautious and avoid further doses until the next scheduled time. Try to be careful and never take more than the required dosage of paracetamol or any other medicine.