Panadol Forte Syrup 250mg/5ml 90ml

Product Description

Product Name: Panadol Forte Syrup 250mg/5ml 90ml

Product Form: Syrup

Pack Size: 90ml

Manufactured By: GSK

Used For:

1. Pain Relief:

   • For mild to moderate pain such as:
     • Headaches
     • Toothaches
     • Muscle pain or back pain
     • Menstrual pain
     • Post-surgical pain
   • For chronic conditions like osteoarthritis.

2. Fever Reduction:

   • To manage fever caused by infections such as the flu or the common cold.

3. Combination Therapy:

   • Frequently combined with other medications (e.g., antihistamines for cold symptoms or opioids for severe pain).

Side Effects:

Common Side Effects (if used correctly):

• Generally well-tolerated. Side effects are rare.

Rare or Serious Side Effects:

• Liver damage (especially with overdose or chronic alcohol use).
• Allergic reactions:
  • Skin rash
  • Itching or swelling
• Severe skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome (extremely rare).

Precautions:

1. Avoid Overdose:

   • Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious liver damage.
   • Be cautious with multi-ingredient medications (cold/flu remedies) that may also contain paracetamol.

2. Alcohol Use:

   • Avoid drinking alcohol while using paracetamol, as it increases the risk of liver toxicity.

3. Pre-Existing Conditions:

   • Use with caution if you have liver or kidney disease.

4. Drug Interactions:

   • May interact with warfarin (a blood thinner), potentially increasing the risk of bleeding.

5. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

   • Generally considered safe, but consult a healthcare provider.