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Paracetamol (Wagner Health) TM
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Active ingredients: paracetamol
Brand name
(ARTG)
: WAGNER HEALTH PARACETAMOL 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Temporary relief of pain. Reduces fever.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- White, circular flat bevelled tablet with a centre brekline one face. "Paracetamol" and "500" on one
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
- 100 tablets primary pack (10 by 10 blister packs) pack
- 50 tablets pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 10 tablets pack
- 12 tablets pack
- 20 tablets pack
- 24 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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