Each tablet contains Paracetamol 500 mg.
It also contains sodium bicarbonate, soluble starch, povidone, corn starch, potassium sorbate (E202), microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, carnauba wax, titanium dioxide (E 171), polydextrose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, glycerol triacetate and polyethylene glycol.
The pack contains 10.14 or 20 tablets.
indications:
Panadol Rapide tablets is indicated for the relief of pain in headache, including migraine, toothache, neuralgia, sciatica, rheumatic and muscular pain and menstrual pain.
Also, Panadol Rapide relieves the discomfort for sore throat and fever and pain in colds and flu.
features:
Panadol Rapide contain paracetamol - analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (reduces fever). The tablets are specifically designed so that the acetaminophen is absorbed in the blood at least twice as fast as standard paracetamol tablets.
Contraindications:
Do not take other medicines containing paracetamol. Do not take Panadol Rapide, if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the other ingredients listed above. Each tablet contains 173 mg. sodium. Do not take the tablets if you are on a low salt diet.
Contraindications / precautions for use:
Before taking Panadol Rapide, talk to your doctor if:
• have severe kidney or liver disease;
• taking metoclopramide, domperidone (used for treatment of nausea and vomiting) or cholestyramine applied for lowering cholesterol;
is taking anticoagulants - medicines used to thin the blood, and should take anesthetic every day for an extended period. However, you may take an occasional single doses of paracetamol for a short period of time;
• are pregnant; "Expected high doses of sodium bicarbonate to induce gastro intestinal disorders, including burping and nausea. High doses of sodium can lead to hypernatriemia and this condition should be monitored.
dosage:
Elderly, including those over 60 and children 12 years and above:
Take 1 or 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed. Do not take at intervals shorter than 4 hours. Do not take more than 8 tablets in a 24 hour period.
Do not give to children under 12 years of age.
If the temperature is kept for 3 days, and the pain more than 5 days, consult your doctor.
Do not take other medicines containing paracetamol.
Do not exceed the indicated dose. If you take more than the recommended dose, seek immediate medical attention, even if you feel well. An overdose of acetaminophen can cause liver damage.
Side effects:
Adverse reactions to paracetamol are rare. May occur allergic reactions, eg. skin rash. Consult your doctor if you experience any unexpected reactions.
Shelf life:
Do not use after the date indicated on the package.
Shelf life - 3 years.
Storage conditions:
Do not store above 25 ° C. Keep out of reach of children.