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Panadol Rapid 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)

: PANADOL RAPID paracetamol 500mg tablet blister pack

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For fast relief of acute 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. One face of the tablet is debossed with the letter "P".

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 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.

  • 40 tablets pack
  • 80 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.

  • 10 tablets pack
  • 20 tablets pack
  • Handipak 10's 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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