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Panadol Rapid Caplets

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500mg Paracetamol

Pain shouldn’t get in the way of living life to the fullest.

Panadol Rapid contains sodium bicarbonate, enabling it to be absorbed twice as fast as regular Panadol Tablets and helping you get back to the things you enjoy, fast. When you want fast pain relief from headaches, toothaches and body aches, choose Panadol Rapid. Like other Panadol tablets and caplets, Panadol Rapid is gentle on the stomach.

What does it relieve?

Headache/tension headache, migraine headache, toothache, muscular aches, cold & flu symptoms such as fever and headache, period pain. Panadol Rapid also reduces fever.

What's the format?

Caplets are oval shaped, as well as film-coated, making them easier to swallow and leaving no bitter aftertaste.

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Dosage information (Paracetamol 500mg)

Age Dose How often
12 - Adult 1-2 caplets Taken every 4-6 hours as required (maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours)


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Usage directions, ingredients and warnings

Before using Panadol Rapid Caplets, be sure to check the product ingredients and directions for use, and make sure you are familiar with any warnings and precautions.

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Place Caplet(s) in mouth and swallow with water

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Active ingredient: 500mg Paracetamol

 

 

Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. Incorrect use could be harmful.

8 caplets contain 1.4g (60mmol) sodium, which should be taken into account by those on a low sodium diet.
 

Enquiries

If you would like any further information regarding Panadol products, please call our INFOLINE New Zealand on 0800 540 144.

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