Restrict Sales of Paracetamol

Prior to my daughter's suicide, I was not aware paracetamol could be lethal. I find it more than a little disturbing that such a drug should be available, with no restrictions on the quantity purchased, from outlets such as supermarkets and convenience stores.

Surely, a product that has the potential for causing death, should only be sold in outlets where professional advice can be given to the purchaser and restrictions can apply. Medical professionals advise a limit of 8 tablets per 24 hours as an adult dose. Packaging of paracetamol suggests seeking medical advice if product is needed for more than 48 hours. No where is there a warning that an overdose of the product could result in death.

I, personally, was able to purchase 12 packets, each containing 24 tablets, from one supermarket without question - nor any advice of any dangers of overdose. Drugs, even non-prescription drugs, should only be available from pharmacies, where advice can be given on the use of the product.

I believe removing drugs from sale in supermarkets and convenience stores could prevent further suicides such as my daughters.