Paracetamol

I have been advised by our vet to give our lab paracetamol as he has a cold at the moment but I am unsure exactly how much he's allowed?
Can I give paracetamol to my Labrador?Why do vets prescribe paracetamol for dogs?Is dog paracetamol the same as human paracetamol?Is paracetamol safe...
What is the use of paracetamol flugard?
Each tablet contains: Paracetamol 500 mg. Paracetamol, a para-aminophenol derivative, has analgesic and antipyretic properties and weak anti-inflammat...