Panadol
Paracetamol
Ingredients & Drug Type
Panadol is listed as Analgesic / NSAID containing Paracetamol. A pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medicine, depending on the active ingredient.
- Active ingredient
- Paracetamol
- Therapeutic class
- Analgesic / NSAID
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Strength
- 500mg
Dosing
- Adult
- 500mg–1g كل 4–6 ساعات
- Pediatric
- 10–15 mg/kg/dose كل 4–6 ساعاتMin age: 0 شهور
- Max daily
- 4g للبالغين
- Frequency
- كل 4–6 ساعات
- Duration
- حسب الحاجة
- Route
- oral
- Common catalog dose: 500mg–1g.
- Frequency: كل 4–6 ساعات.
- Typical duration: حسب الحاجة.
- Route: oral.
- Do not exceed: 4g للبالغين.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
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Medical Overview
Panadol is listed as Analgesic / NSAID containing Paracetamol. A pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medicine, depending on the active ingredient.
Panadol (paracetamol 500mg) is Jordan’s most recognized OTC pain reliever and fever reducer — gentle on the stomach versus NSAIDs and the preferred first-line option for most adults, including (with medical guidance) during pregnancy. Hard ceiling: 4g/day from ALL paracetamol sources combined.
Uses / Indications
- Mild to moderate pain
- headache
- fever
- toothache
- joint pain
- Mild to moderate pain, inflammation, or fever when appropriate.
Side Effects
- Rare at therapeutic doses
- rare rash
- hepatotoxicity at high doses
- Stomach irritation, nausea, or dizziness; some analgesics can increase bleeding or kidney risk.
Contraindications
- Severe liver dysfunction
- Active ulcer or bleeding, analgesic allergy, or severe kidney/liver disease unless supervised.
Warnings
- Do not exceed 4 g daily in adults
- do not use for more than 5 days without medical consultation
- Avoid combining medicines from the same pain-reliever class without advice.
Drug Interactions
- Excessive use with alcohol increases hepatotoxicity
- prolonged use may potentiate warfarin effect
- May interact with blood thinners, steroids, blood pressure medicines, and kidney-affecting drugs.
Patient Guidance
- Use the shortest suitable duration.
- Take with food if it irritates the stomach.
- Seek medical advice if pain or fever persists.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Panadol?
Panadol contains Paracetamol and is categorized as Analgesic / NSAID. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Panadol?
Catalog dosing information includes: 500mg–1g كل 4–6 ساعات. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Panadol?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Panadol be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.