how many 500mg paracetamol should i take

For an adult, the usual recommended dose of paracetamol is 500 mg to 1 g (which is 1 or 2 tablets of 500 mg each) taken 3 to 4 times a day. You should not exceed a maximum daily dose of 4 grams (which is 8 tablets of 500 mg). It is important to wait at least 4 hours between doses and not to take more than 4 doses in 24 hours. Taking more than the recommended dose can cause severe liver damage.