Question

what are Packaging and storage conditions of paracetamol ?

Answer 1

Paracetamol is a medication used to treat fever and pain.

Packaging means preparing product for sale in a cost effective manner. Packaging is a key component of the product and it must preserve the product from the contamination, the product should be secured to avoid leakage .Packaging provides security against tampering , provide the patient information on use , provide convenience in use of the product for the medical staff or patient.

Blister packs are used for paracetamol.They keep tablets separate from each other and avoid crushing.Blister packs protect the tablet from water and humidity.Paracetamol should have child resistant packaging .

Child resistant blister pack 1.250micrometer white rigid PVC. 2 9micrometer soft aluminum /35g/m glassine paper.

Paracetamol packets sold in pharmacies contain maximum 32 tablets and sold outside the pharmacy contains 16 tablets

Paracetamol is supplied in bulk hospital packs for reassembly  

Storage condition of paracetamol:

Paracetamol should be stored in a cool,dry place away from direct heat and light.Store it at room temperature.

Donot expose them to heat and moisture as it cause reduced potency of medicine.

Always store drugs out of reach of children.

Don't leave cotton plug in medication bottle.

Never use medication that changed color,odor.

Never leave tablet in an automobile.

Unneeded medication should be disposed and ensure animals or pets didn't consume them.

Don't flush the medicine down the toilet.