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flag A New Zealand study finds widespread paracetamol overuse, especially in children, due to misconceptions about safety and unclear labeling.

flag A New Zealand study of nearly 2,000 people reveals widespread misuse of paracetamol, with a third regularly exceeding recommended doses, often due to a mistaken belief in its safety. flag Many fail to recognize it in common cold and flu remedies, risking unintentional overdose. flag Children under five are especially vulnerable, with paracetamol involved in most poisoning calls to the National Poisons Centre. flag Despite its risks, few receive dosage warnings from healthcare providers, prompting calls for clearer labels, better education, and improved tracking, especially during illness outbreaks.

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