Paracetamol

Paracetamol, widely used for fever and pain relief, is often considered a safe medication. However, emerging research highlights its potential to cause significant hypotension, particularly in febrile and critically ill patients. This effect is most pronounced when administered parenterally, where continuous haemodynamic monitoring often detects persistent blood pressure reductions. Outside critical care settings, delayed detection of paracetamol-induced hypotension poses risks, especially for high-risk patients. Despite evidence of this adverse effect, pharmaceutical disclosures remain inadequate, necessitating greater awareness among healthcare professionals to ensure timely detection and intervention.

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