Panado Tablets 500 mg Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 13 August 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Symptomatic treatment of mild to moderate pain and fever.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 1 tablet every 3 hours or 1-2 tablets every 4-6 hours, max 4g/24h.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30 mins, Duration: 4-6 hours
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- Warfarin
- Anticonvulsants
- Alcohol
- Cholestyramine
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to paracetamol
- Severe liver impairment
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Rash
Counselling Points
- Do not exceed recommended dose
- Avoid concurrent use with other paracetamol products
- Consult doctor if symptoms persist
Serious warnings
- Risk of overdose leading to severe liver damage
- Caution in chronic alcoholics
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