Description
Panadol Extra is a drug used to relief mild to moderate pain from headaches, menstrual periods, toothaches, backaches, or cold/flu aches and pains and also to reduce fever.
- No gluten, lactose or sugar, contains paracetamol, does not contain ibuprofen
- Suitable for elderly people
- Unlikely to cause stomach irritation when used as directed
- Can be taken on an empty stomach when used as directed
Dosage;
- 1 – 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours as required.
- Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.
- Do not take more frequently than every 4 hours.
- Do not exceed the stated dose.
- Do not give to children under 12 years.
- The lowest dose necessary to achieve efficacy should be used.
Warnings and Precautions;
- Contains paracetamol.
- Do not use with any other paracetamol-containing products. The concomitant use with other products containing paracetamol may lead to an overdose.
- Contains caffeine. Avoid excessive intake of caffeine containing drinks (eg. tea, coffee etc.) when taking this medicine.
- Paracetamol overdose may cause liver failure which can lead to liver transplant or death.
Underlying liver disease increases the risk of paracetamol related liver damage. Patients who have been diagnosed with liver or kidney impairment must seek medical advice before taking this medication. - Cases of hepatic dysfunction/failure have been reported in patients with depleted glutathione levels, such as those who are severely malnourished, anorexic, have a low body mass index or are chronic heavy users of alcohol.
- In patients with glutathione depleted states such as sepsis, the use of paracetamol may increase the risk of metabolic acidosis.
If symptoms persist, medical advice must be sought.
Keep out of sight and reach of children.
If cold and flu symptoms persist for longer than 7 days, medical advice should be sought.
