Panadol Extra Advance Tablets for Pain (14)

Product Summary

Panadol Extra Advance Tablets are faster absorbed than standard paracetamol and caffeine tablets. They are suitable for the relief of headache, migraine, backache, rheumatic pain, toothache and period pain. They also relieve the fever, aches and pains of colds and flu.

The tablets contain two active ingredients: paracetamol, which relieves pain and reduces your temperature when you have a fever; and caffeine, which acts to further help the effectiveness of paracetamol.

Directions

Adults and children aged 12 years and over:

• Swallow 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed.
• Do not take more frequently than every 4 hours.
• Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.
• Do not give to children under 12 years.
• Avoid too much caffeine in drinks like coffee and tea.
• High caffeine intake can cause difficulty sleeping, shaking, and an uncomfortable feeling in the chest.

Please read through the information on the outside and inside of this pack before you start using this medicine.

If you have any questions, or if there is anything you do not understand, ask your pharmacist.

Ingredients

• Each tablet contains the active ingredients Paracetamol 500 mg and Caffeine 65 mg.
• Also includes a mixture of Sodium Methyl (E 219), Sodium Ethyl (E 215) and Sodium Propyl (E 217) Parahydroxybenzoates

Warnings and Restrictions

Panadol products contain paracetamol; do not take them with other medicines that also contain paracetamol. Paracetamol is in many medicines that treat pain, fever and symptoms of cold and flu, and in sleep medicines.

• If you have liver or kidney disease, talk to your doctor before taking paracetamol.
• Do not take more than the recommended dose, as this may be harmful, including the risk of liver damage.
• Do not take Panadol Extra Advance Tablets if you have ever had an allergic reaction to paracetamol, caffeine or to any of the other ingredients (listed in the information leaflet).
• Due to the caffeine content of this product, it should not be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Do not exceed the stated dose.

Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if you feel well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage.

If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

Storage

Store below 25°C.

Do not use after the expiry date.

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Pharmacist FAQs Answered

What is Panadol Extra Advance, and for what purpose?

Panadol Extra Advance relieves mild to moderate pain such as headache, migraine, backache, toothache, period pain, rheumatic pain, and the aches and fever of cold and flu. It contains paracetamol to help relieve pain and lower fever, and caffeine that allows paracetamol to work more effectively.

Is Panadol Extra Advance different from regular Panadol?

Panadol Extra Advance contains 65 mg of caffeine and 500 mg of paracetamol. Caffeine can augment the pain-reducing effect of paracetamol, especially for tension headaches and migraine. It also uses a fast-absorbing dosage form, i.e., it works faster than standard paracetamol. If you are somewhat caffeine-sensitive, you may prefer straight Panadol.

How long does Panadol Extra Advance take to work?

Since it's made with Optizorb™ technology, Panadol Extra Advance is absorbed faster than standard paracetamol and caffeine tablets. The pain relief begins in most people within 15-30 minutes. The maximum effect of pain relief is typically felt approximately 1 hour after taking the tablet.

Is it safe to take Panadol Extra Advance on an empty stomach?

Yes. It is safe to take with or without food. This means it is a convenient option if you need quick relief from pain and have not eaten recently. Just be cautious if you are taking other forms of caffeine, such as coffee or energy drinks, as excessive consumption can cause shakiness, restlessness, or a rapid heart rate.

How much caffeine is in Panadol Extra Advance?

Each tablet contains 65 mg of caffeine, so a standard dose of two tablets provides 130 mg. That is more or less the dose you would have from a big cup of tea or a small cup of coffee. Don't have too many caffeinated drinks if you are taking this medication to prevent side effects like insomnia, restlessness, or a sense of chest unease.

Is Panadol Extra Advance compatible with other medications?

Do not take it with any other paracetamol-containing tablets, capsules or liquid medicines, as that will increase damage to the liver. Always read labels, especially cold and flu remedies and some sleeping tablets which also contain paracetamol. If unsure, consult your pharmacist.

If you take other medicines regularly, or you have liver, kidney, or heart disease, talk to your doctor before taking Panadol Extra Advance.

Can I take Panadol Extra Advance if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

No. Panadol Extra Advance must not be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to the caffeine, which can hurt your baby. Discuss with your GP or pharmacist safer alternatives, such as plain paracetamol without caffeine.

What should I do if I overdose on tablets?

It is not safe to overdose on paracetamol and can lead to severe liver damage even if you don't feel unwell at first. Call NHS 111 straight away or go to A&E. Don't wait for symptoms to occur. Take the pack with you and give it to the healthcare team to inform them of what you have taken.