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Panadol ingredients
The blue Panadol contains the active substance "paracetamol", which is analgesic and antipyretic, with a concentration of 500 mg.
What is Panadol 500mg used for?
Panadol is used for headache, reducing fever and relieving:
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Body aches.
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Tooth pain.
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Pains associated with colds.
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Tooth pain.
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Muscle ache.
Panadol dosage
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Panadol dosage varies by age.
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Panadol dosage for those aged between 10 - 15: 1 tablet 4 times a day, up to a maximum of 4 tablets in 24 hours, each dose must be separated by at least 4 hours.
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Panadol for 10-15 years is not used for 3 days without consulting a doctor.
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Adult dosage: 1 - 2 tablets 4 times a day, up to a maximum of 8 tablets in 24 hours, each dose must be separated by at least 4 hours.
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Panadol is not used for children younger than 10 years.
Panadol Side Effects
Panadol may cause some side effects, such as:
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Nausea.
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Vomiting.
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Constipation.
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dizziness.
Panadol contraindications
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Panadol is not used in case of allergy to paracetamol.
Precautions
A doctor should be consulted before taking Panadol 500 in case of:
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Kidney or liver problems.
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malnutrition.
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Drink alcohol.
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Suffering from asthma with allergies to aspirin.
Panadol 500mg price
Panadol 500 mg 24 tablets price is 5.8 SAR.
FAQs
What is the difference between blue Panadol and Panadol Extra?
Blue Nadol contains only paracetamol, while Panadol Extra contains paracetamol with caffeine, which enhances the effectiveness of paracetamol.
What is the best type of Panadol for the cold?
Panadol Cold and Flu is the best type, as it contains paracetamol along with chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine, and pseudoephedrine decongestant, which helps relieve nasal and sinus congestion.
How many pills are allowed per day?
Adults are allowed to take a maximum of 8 tablets of Panadol 500 mg per day, and those aged 10-15 are allowed to take a maximum of 4 tablets per day.
How long does Panadol 500 take to work?
Panadol effect begins within 30 minutes of taking it, usually lasting 4 - 6 hours.
Does Panadol 500mg make you sleepy?
Panadol 500 may cause sleepiness among its side effects.
