PANADOL EXTRA (RED)

Panadol Extra Red Tablets Active ingredient: Paracetamol, Caffeine What are the uses of Panadol Extra? One of the main uses of paracetamol and caffeine for pain in general, and a mixture of paracetamol (acetaminophen) and caffeine is used to treat: Pain such as headache. Muscle pain. Cramping and menstrual pain. Arthritis. Rheumatism pain. Pain and fever associated with colds and influenza. Back pain and toothache. Post-surgical pain. What are the contraindications of using Panadol Extra? The medication should not be used without consulting a specialist doctor in the following cases: Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Patients with severe liver failure, or severe liver disease or liver failure. Children under 12 years old. What are the side effects of Panadol Extra? The formulation may cause some side effects, such as: Sleep problems (insomnia). Feeling tense. If the patient notices any of the following side effects, they should stop taking the medication and inform the doctor: Fever with nausea. Stomach pain. Loss of appetite. Dark-colored urine or clay-colored stool. Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). What are the precautions for using Panadol Extra? It is important to inform the doctor before using the medication in the following cases: Alcohol addiction (≥3 glasses daily), due to the risk of kidney failure or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency. Liver or kidney disease or impairment. Severe dehydration or significant blood loss. G6PD enzyme deficiency causing hemolytic anemia. Guillain-Barré syndrome. Blood disorders or porphyria. Paracetamol and caffeine for pregnant and breastfeeding women It is safe to use the formulation during pregnancy, but with attention not to exceed the recommended dose. Regarding safety for breastfeeding women, caffeine is excreted into breast milk, which may cause sleep disturbances in the infant, so it is advised to avoid it. What are the drug interactions of Panadol Extra? It is preferable to inform the doctor or pharmacist about all medications, herbs, vitamins, and dietary supplements before starting treatment. It is recommended to avoid concurrent use with the following: Phenobarbital. Phenytoin. Carbamazepine. Rifampicin. Metoclopramide. Chloramphenicol. Barbiturates. Antihistamines. Benzodiazepines. Oral contraceptives. Cimetidine. Theophylline. Epinephrine. Sleeping medications such as: benzodiazepines, tizanidine, butalbital, aspirin, and caffeine. What are the doses of Panadol Extra and how to use it? The recommended dose for adults is 1-2 tablets per day. What are the pharmaceutical forms of Panadol Extra? Tablets: 65 mg caffeine, 500 mg paracetamol. What are the storage conditions for Panadol Extra? Store at room temperature (<25°C) away from humidity and heat, avoid freezing the medication.