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Panadol Extra 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 + caffeine, paracetamol, caffeine

Brand name

(ARTG)

: PANADOL EXTRA film-coated tablet blister pack

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For the temporary relief of pain and discomfort associated with headache, tension headache, migraine headache, osteoarthritis, arthritis, cold & flu symptoms, toothache, dental procedures, muscular aches, sore throat and period pain. Reduces fever.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, film coated
  • Oral
  • White film-coated capsule-shaped tablets with flat edges embossed on one side with PANADOL EXTRA

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

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

  • 10 pack
  • 18 pack
  • 36 pack
  • 64 pack
  • 72 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.

For the active ingredient caffeine

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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