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Paracetamol (Pharmacy Care) TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: paracetamol

Brand name

(ARTG)

: PHARMACY CARE PARACETAMOL 500 mg tablet blister pack (new formulation)

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Temporary relief of pain associated with headaches, migraine headache, neuralgia, toothache, sore throat, period pains, rheumatic aches & pain and symptoms of colds and influenza. Reduces fever.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, uncoated
  • Oral
  • White, capsule shaped tablet plain on one side and breakline on the other

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 2 : Pharmacy Medicine.

  • 100 tablets pack

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.

  • 20 tablets pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient paracetamol

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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