Panadol Extra Film-Coated Tablets
500 mg Paracetamol + 65 mg caffeine
Help fight tough pain with Panadol Extra Film-Coated Tablets with OPTIZORB, a pain reliever that combines paracetamol and caffeine for faster absorption than standard paracetamol tablets. Effective pain relief when you need it.
Up to 30% more powerful pain relief than standard paracetamol.
Whether it’s a nasty headache or painful muscle aches that are holding you back, when you’re fighting against tough pain, Panadol Extra tablets with OPTIZORB can help.
Panadol Extra tablets contain a combination of active ingredients – paracetamol and caffeine which is clinically proven to provide more effective pain relief than standard paracetamol tablets.
Panadol Extra tablets with OPTIZORB can start to work in as little as 10 minutes, based on the absorption.
Learn more about Panadol Extra tablets with OPTIZORB Formulation – including what’s in them and how to use them appropriately – below.
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Why choose Panadol Extra Tablets?
- Up to 30% more powerful pain relief than standard paracetamol
- Ingredients in Panadol Extra tablets provide fast and effective relief for tough pain
Dosage information
Adults and children aged 16 years and over: 2 tablets up to four times daily. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Children aged 12 –15 years: 1 tablet up to four times daily. Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours.
Panadol Extra Tablets are not recommended for use in children aged under 12 years.
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| Age | Frequency |
|---|---|
| 12 – 15 |
Give 1 tablet every 4-6 hours with water as required. Maximum 4 tablets in 24 hours. |
| 16 + | Take 2 tablets with water as required every 4- 6 hours. Maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours. |
Not recommended for children under 12 years.
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Usage directions, ingredients and warnings
This section contains an overview of Panadol products and does not include full label information. Always read the product label/leaflet and only use as directed. Contains paracetamol.
Panadol Extra Film-Coated Tablets are easy to use. Simply place the tablet(s) in your mouth and swallow them down with water.
See dosage instructions above, or consult the product label to determine the appropriate dosage for you.
Active ingredients: each Panadol Extra Film-Coated Tablet contains paracetamol (500 mg) and caffeine (65 mg).
- Always read the product label before use and do not exceed the recommended dose.
- If you experience any side effects as a result of taking Panadol Extra tablets, stop use immediately and consult a healthcare professional.
- Panadol Extra Film-Coated Tablets with OPTIZORB contain paracetamol. You should not use them with any other products that contain paracetamol, as combining paracetamol-based medicines may lead to an overdose. Always read the product label on any other medication you plan to take in combination with Panadol before use, and consult with a doctor or pharmacist to check that it is safe to do so.
- Panadol Extra Film-Coated Tablets with OPTIZORB contain caffeine. Excessive intake of caffeine (e.g. coffee, tea and some canned drinks) should be avoided while taking this product.
- Panadol Extra Film-Coated Tablets are not recommended for use in children aged under 12 years. Keep them out of sight and reach of children.
- Due to the caffeine content of this product it should not be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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