Panadol: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Use

What is the function of Panadol?

Panadol is a drug used for pain relief and fever reduction. Panadol is used to treat various diseases such as:

• headache
• muscle ache
• arthritis
• back pain
• tooth ache
• shivering
• fever

This drug can also be used for several diseases such as chills and flu symptoms.

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

How do you use Panadol?

Here are the rules for using this drug:

Tablets and caplets:

• Take this medication by mouth as recommended.
• Swallow the medicine with a glass of water
• Follow all directions on the product packaging.
• If you are unsure about something, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Ask your doctor about how to use this drug.

How to store this drug?

Panadol is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules.

Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed.

Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Dose

The following information cannot be used as a substitute for a doctor's prescription. You MUST consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Panadol.

In what form is Panadol available?

This medication is available in the following dosages and strengths:

For adults:

• Panadol Regular (blue): contains 500 mg of paracetamol for fever, headache, muscle aches, aches, and toothache.
• Panadol Extra (red): same as blue Panadol, but added with caffeine 65 mg.
• Panadol Cold & Flu (green): to treat nasal congestion, cough with phlegm, and fever. Contains 500 mg of paracetamol, 30 mg of pseudoephedrine HCl, and 15 mg of dextromethorphan HBr.
• Panadol Flu & Cough (green-red): for fever, headache, nasal congestion, sneezing, cough with phlegm, and muscle aches. Contains 500 mg paracetamol, 5 mg phenylephrine HCl, and 15 mg dextromethorphan HBr.

For children:

• Panadol Anak Drops (0-1 years): contains paracetamol 100mg / mL.
• Panadol Anak Syrup (1-6 years): contains paracetamol 32 mg / mL.
• Panadol Anak Suspension (6 years and over): contains paracetamol 50 mg / mL.
• Chewable Children's Panadol (2-12 years): contains paracetamol 120 mg / tablet.

What is the dose of Panadol for adults?

The following is the dosage of this medicine for adults:

• Panadol Regular (blue): 1-2 caplets 3-4 times a day, maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours.
• Panadol Extra (red): 1 caplet 3-4 times a day, maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours.
• Panadol Cold & Flu (green): 1 caplet every 4-6 hours, maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours.
• Panadol Flu & Cough (green-red): 1 caplet every 4-6 hours, up to 8 tablets in 24 hours.

What is the dose of this medicine for children?

Here are the dosages of Panadol for children:

• Panadol Anak Drops (0-1 years): read the instructions for use listed on the package, do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
• Panadol Anak Syrup (1-6 years): read the instructions for use listed on the package, do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
• Panadol Anak Suspension (6 years and over): read the instructions for use listed on the package, do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
• Panadol Children Chewable (2-12 years): read the instructions for use listed on the packaging, do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours.

Warning

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What should I pay attention to before using this medicine?

Consult your doctor or pharmacist if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding. This is because, when you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should only take drugs recommended by your doctor.
• You are taking other medicines, including over-the-counter medicines, such as herbs and additives.
• You have an allergy to the active or inactive ingredients of Panadol blue, red, green, or other medications.
• You have a disease, disorder, or other medical condition that may interact with this drug.

Is this drug safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.

This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category B according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). FDA pregnancy risk categories:

• A = No risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

Always consult your doctor if you want to take Panadol while pregnant or breastfeeding, whether it is blue, red, or green.

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of this drug?

This list is not a complete list of the side effects that can occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

Panadol, whether it is blue, red, or green, can cause side effects such as:

• Stools that are bloody or black, and are soft
• Bloody or dark urine
• Fever with or without chills (not present before treatment and not caused by the disease being treated)
• Pain in the lower back / side (severe / or stabbing)
• Red spots on the skin
• Skin rash, itching, or hives
• Sore throat (not present before treatment and not caused by the condition being treated)
• Sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
• Urine volume suddenly decreases
• Bleeding or unusual bruising
• Unusual weakness or weakness
• Yellow eyes or skin

Some of the side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor immediately: vision problems, difficulty urinating.

Drug Interactions

What medicines should not be taken at the same time as Panadol?

Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document.

Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.

This drug may interact with other drugs that you are taking, which may change how the drug works or increase your risk of serious side effects:

• anti-seizure drugs (phenytoin, barbiturates, carbamazepine)
• blood thinners (warfarin)
• metoclopramide
• domperidone
• probenecid
• chloramphenicol
• colestyramine
• phenothiazine

Are there foods and drinks that should not be consumed when using Panadol?

This medication may interact with food or alcohol by changing how the drug works or increasing the risk of serious side effects.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about food or alcohol that could potentially cause drug interactions.

The following are health conditions that might trigger interactions with Panadol, whether they are blue, red, or green:

• Alcohol abuse or dependence
• Severe kidney disease
• Liver disease (including hepatitis)
• Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

It is very important to carry a written list of all the prescription and nonprescription drugs you are taking in the event of an emergency.

What should I do if I forget to take / take medicine?

If you forget a dose of Panadol, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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