Panadol Tablets 500mg

Product Name: Panadol Tablets 500mg

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 200's

Manufactured  By: GSK

Used For:

1. Pain Relief:
   • Mild to moderate pain (e.g., headaches, toothaches, muscle pain, or backache)
   • Osteoarthritis
   • Post-surgical pain
2. Fever Reduction:
   • To lower fever caused by infections like colds or flu
3. Combination Therapy:
   • Often combined with other medications (e.g., caffeine, codeine) for enhanced pain relief

Common Side Effects (rarely occur if used correctly):

• Nausea
• Rash or mild allergic reactions

Serious Side Effects (overdose or prolonged use):

• Liver damage or liver failure (risk increases with high doses or alcohol consumption)
• Rare skin reactions (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome)

1. Avoid Overdose:

   • Exceeding the recommended dose can cause severe liver damage.
   • Be cautious with combination medications that may also contain paracetamol.

2. Alcohol Use:

   • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking paracetamol to reduce the risk of liver toxicity.

3. Pre-Existing Conditions:

   • Use cautiously in individuals with liver or kidney disease.

4. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

   • Generally considered safe but consult a healthcare provider.

5. Drug Interactions:

   • Be cautious when combining with medications like warfarin, as it may increase the risk of bleeding.