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Brand name: Panadol Extra TM
Active ingredients: paracetamol + caffeine
What it is used for
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 take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
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.
Visual appearance
White to off white oval shaped film coated tablets debossed “xPx” with P inside a circle.
Do I need a prescription?
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 18 pack
- 20 pack
- 20 sample pack pack
- 36 pack
- 40 pack
- 80 pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 10 (Not to be supplied until effective date of change to Poison Schedule) pack
- 20 (Not to be supplied until effective date of change to Poison Schedule) pack
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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