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Panadol Extra tablets contain paracetamol, which is an analgesic and antipyretic. And caffeine, an analgesic that adds an additional effect to the effect of paracetamol. Panadol Extra tablets are used to treat mild to moderate pain and help relieve fever such as headache, migraine, muscle pain, menstrual pain, sore throat, musculoskeletal pain, pain and fever following vaccination. Pain following dental procedures/tooth extractions, toothache, and arthritis pain. How to use This medicine is for oral use only. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Use the lowest dose needed to treat your symptoms and use the medicine for the shortest period necessary. Adults and children over 12 years: 6 hours as required. – Take 1 to 2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours. Do not give Panadol Extra to children under 12 years of age. Warnings and precautions Do not take Panadol Extra if: You have ever had an allergic reaction to paracetamol, caffeine or any of the other ingredients You are taking any other medicines that contain paracetamol. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine: You have liver or kidney problems, including alcoholic liver disease You are underweight (< 50 kg) or malnourished You regularly drink alcohol You are severely dehydrated You are taking other medicines that affect the liver You have a severe infection because this may increase the risk of metabolic acidosis . Signs of metabolic acidosis include: Deep, rapid, difficult breathing Feeling like you need to be sick (nausea) and vomiting Loss of appetite Contact your doctor immediately if you experience more than one of these symptoms. You may need to stop using this product altogether or limit the amount of paracetamol you take. Stop taking the medicine and tell your doctor straight away if you experience any of the following: Allergic reactions, such as a rash or itching, sometimes with breathing problems or swelling of the lips, tongue, throat or face. • Rash, peeling skin or mouth ulcers. Unexpected bruising or bleeding. Changes in blood tests that measure liver function. Side Effects insomnia, restlessness, anxiety, agitation, headache, upset stomach, heart palpitations, nervousness, and dizziness. Storage Information Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the package. Store below 30°C. Drug Interactions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking these tablets if you are taking any medicines prescribed by your doctor, especially metoclopramide or domperidone (to treat nausea [feeling sick] or vomiting [sickness]) or cholestyramine (to treat high cholesterol ). If you are taking blood-thinning medicines (anticoagulants such as warfarin) and need to take a painkiller every day, talk to your doctor because of the risk of bleeding. However, you can still take intermittent doses of Panadol Extra tablets at the same time as anticoagulants. This product is not recommended if you are being treated with lithium. Ingredients Paracetamol Specifications Panadol Extra is a white, flat-edged, capsule-shaped, film-coated tablet