§ Mr. ClappisonTo ask the Secretary of state for Health what research he has(a) Commissioned and (b)evaluted into safe paracetamol. [14281]
§ Ms JowellWe have not commissioned any research into Paracetamol. Paracetamol taken at the recommended dosage is safe. However. Paracetamol is available in combination with the antidote methionine where there is a danger of overdose. Data on the safety of products containing Paracetamol with methionine have been evaluated by the Lincensing Authority and its expert advisory bodies when considering applications for marketing authorisations submitted to the Medicines Control Agency (MCA). Following grant of a marketing authorisation, the MCA continues to monitor safety for all authorised medicinal Product, including those containing Paracetamol and Paracetamol with methionine.