Paracetamol 500mg Tablets
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About Paracetamol Tablets (100 pack)
Product Name: Paracetamol Tablets
Dosage Form: Tablet
Indicated For: Pain Relief
Active Compound: 500mg Paracetamol
Pack Count: 100 Tablets
Patient Information: Leaflet Included
Paracetamol is a widely used over-the-counter medication for relieving mild to moderate pain and reducing fever. It is highly effective due to its pain-relieving (analgesic) and fever-reducing (antipyretic) properties.
It eases various pain conditions such as toothache, headache, migraines, back pain, period pain, cold, and flu symptoms.
Known by various brand names like Alvedon, Calpol, and Panadol, paracetamol is both an antipyretic (fever-reducing) and analgesic (pain-relieving) medicine.
It is safe to take if used as directed and has rare side effects. In cases of severe pain, it can be taken with opioids such as codeine (co-codamol), either orally or rectally.
It is available in the form of capsules, tablets, syrups, or powder that you can mix with suppositories or water. Paracetamol is also combined with other anti-sickness drugs and painkillers for various flu and cold remedies.
Paracetamol is similar to acetaminophen (Tylenol in the United States), however, its name is assigned according to the generic name system of INN (International Nonproprietary Name).
Where can I buy Paracetamol Tablets (100) in UK?
You can order Paracetamol 500mg tablets (100) online for fever and pain relief from a UK-registered online medicine store, Ashcroft Pharmacy. You will receive a free consultation and fast delivery within the UK.
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| Name | Mr Suhail Jamil |
| Role | Superintendent Pharmacist |
| GPhc Number | 2069518 |
Frequently asked questions
Paracetamol provides temporary relief from two common health issues:
- Pain Relief (Analgesic): Effective for headaches, muscle aches, toothaches, and more.
- Fever Reduction (Antipyretic): Helps lower high body temperatures, aiding comfort and sleep during illness.
Avoid mixing paracetamol with other medications that contain paracetamol to prevent exceeding the recommended dose. It's safe to take paracetamol with painkillers that contain medicines like aspirin, ibuprofen, or diclofenac.
Paracetamol is a prescription drug and is also available over-the-counter (OTC). It is used to relieve:
- Tension headache
- Backache
- Migraine
- Headache
- Rheumatic and muscle pain
- Toothache
- Mild arthritis/osteoarthritis
- Period pain (dysmenorrhea)
- Sore throat
- Colds and flu symptoms
- Sinus pain
- Fever (pyrexia)
- Post-operative pain
- Osteoarthritis
Please remember that paracetamol 500mg tablets do not address the root cause of pain or fever; they only provide temporary relief from symptoms.
Paracetamol is effective in treating fever and reducing mild-moderate pain such as toothache, headache, sprains, and other general pains and aches.
Paracetamol 500mg tablets are mild analgesics and antipyretics, treating mild-moderate pain and fever. It is not as strong as other over-the-counter painkillers.
Yes, Paracetamol 500mg tablets are the same as Panadol. Both contain the same active ingredient, reducing pain and fever.
Paracetamol 500mg tablets relieve you from fever and pain and do not cause drowsiness. However, if you combine it with other cold remedies, it may cause fatigue or exhaustion.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, let your doctor know. They can prescribe Paracetamol in a safe dosage if necessary. Paracetamol 500mg tablets are generally safe to take during pregnancy or breastfeeding, but stick to the recommended dosage.
Most abdominal pains are not severe and often resolve on their own within a couple of hours or a few days. Painkiller tablets, like paracetamol, are effective for pain relief if necessary. However, if the pain persists or becomes severe, it's advisable to consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
Paracetamol is generally safe to take with most medicines. However, it's important not to take any other products containing paracetamol while you are already taking it to avoid accidental overdose. For example, many cold and flu remedies already contain paracetamol.
Interaction of Paracetamol with other Medicines
Paracetamol can interact with other medicines, herbal supplements, or vitamins, resulting in false lab tests. So, before taking Paracetamol, tell your doctor if you are taking any of these drugs. May interact with:
- Painkillers that contain Paracetamol.
- Drugs that relieve nausea: metoclopramide or domperidone.
- Anticoagulants (medicine used for blood thinning), which may include: warfarin.
- Medicines that treat high cholesterol levels: cholestyramine.
- Medications that treat tuberculosis, such as isoniazid.
- Drugs to treat epilepsy: lamotrigine.
- Antidepressants to treat depression: Barbiturate, tricyclic, or amitriptyline.
- Drugs that treat fever or mild pain: aspirin or salicylamide.
- Medication for gout treatment, i.e. probenecid.
- Medications for HIV infections and AIDS: zidovudine.
- Drugs that treat bacterial infections, such as chloramphenicol.
- Antibiotics such as Flucloxacillin.
- Oral contraceptives.
- Medications for epilepsy (carbamazepine) and tuberculosis (TB)
- Antifungal drugs: Ketoconazole or levoketoconazole .
- Drugs used to treat cancer: Busulfan and imatinib.
- Medicine for type 2 diabetes, such as lixisenatide.
- Drugs for seizures: primidone, phenytoin, and phenobarbital.
You can store Paracetamol in the following way:
- Keep it away from the reach of children.
- Discard the medicine, once its expiry date has passed.
- Store your medicine in its original packaging below 25°C or 77°F (not in the bathroom) away from moisture, heat, or light.
- Also, store your Paracetamol effervescent tablets or solution below 30°C or 86.7°F.
- Never freeze your medicine or use frozen drugs.
Do not discard your expired or no longer-needed medicine in household waste or wastewater. Consult your doctor or local waste disposal company to protect the environment, pets, and animals.