Panadol: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects

Panadol is a brand of paracetamol (acetaminophen) known for its effectiveness in relieving pain and reducing fever.
Category
Drug
Where to get
Available over the counter in pharmacies and general stores
Applicable for
Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Panadol FAQ


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What is Panadol & how does it work?

Panadol is an over-the-counter pain relief medication, that provides fast, effective temporary relief from pain and discomfort associated with many different common conditions – including headache, muscular aches, period pain, arthritis/osteoarthritis, toothache, migraine headache, cold & flu symptoms.

Does Panadol help a fever?

Panadol can also help to reduce fever when you’re suffering from a temperature. The active ingredient in Panadol is paracetamol, a common pain reliever.

Can Panadol help with pain?

If you’re experiencing from mild to moderate pain, Panadol can help give you some relief. Panadol products for adults come in many different forms – tablets, soluble tablets, caplets and mini caplets, and suppositories.

What if I don't feel well while taking Panadol Extra?

Tell your pharmacist or doctor as soon as possible if you do not feel well while you are using PANADOL EXTRA. This medicine helps most people with various types of pain but it may have unwanted side effects. All medicines can have side effects.

What is Panadol?

Panadol is Australia’s most trusted pain relief brand, containing paracetamol, used in over 80 different countries and regions globally. Every day, when pain strikes, millions of adults reach for Panadol – thanks to the effective pain relief that Panadol provides.

Does Panadol contain paracetamol?

From headaches to fever or injuries, there’s a product within our Panadol range to help relieve or manage your symptoms. Discover your options using the simple guides below. These products contains paracetamol; do not take it with other medicines that also contain paracetamol.

Why am I using Panadol Osteo?

PANADOL OSTEO contains the active ingredient paracetamol. PANADOL OSTEO is effective for the relief of persistent pain associated with: Paracetamol, the active ingredient in this medicine, is also used for the fast effective temporary relief of pain and discomfort associated with: Paracetamol also reduces fever.

Does Panadol help with pain?

Pain is our body's natural way of telling us something's wrong. But not everyone feels pain in the same way. As one of the world’s leading pain relief brands, Panadol’s proven products can help relieve your pain and get you feeling like yourself again. With over 60 years of expertise in Australia, discover the Panadol pain relief range here.

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