Panadol
Panadol is a medicine that helps lower fever and relieve pain.
Form
oraalisuspensio
Strength
24 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Paracetamol
Manufacturer
Haleon Denmark ApS
How to Use
Dosage
For children over 3 months, give 15 mg for each kg of their body weight, up to 3 times a day.
Method
Give this medicine by mouth. Shake the bottle well before you use it. Use the syringe that comes with the package to measure the right amount.
Important
Do not give more than 3 doses in one day. Wait at least 4 hours between each dose. Do not use for more than 3 days in a row without talking to a doctor.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Allergic reactions like skin rash, itching, trouble breathing, or swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, or face.
- •Skin peeling, red skin, or blisters.
- •Sores in the mouth.
- •Breathing problems, especially if your child has had them before with aspirin or similar pain medicines.
- •Problems with blood, such as unusual bleeding or bruising.
- •A serious condition where the blood becomes too acidic (metabolic acidosis), seen in very sick patients.
Important Warnings
- Taking too much paracetamol can cause serious liver damage. Never give more than the recommended dose.
- Do not give other medicines that also contain paracetamol at the same time.
- Do not use this medicine if your child is allergic to paracetamol or any other ingredients. Talk to a doctor before use if your child has liver, kidney, or heart problems.
- Contact a doctor if your child's symptoms do not get better within 3 days or if they get worse.
- If your child accidentally takes too much medicine, contact a doctor, hospital, or poison control center right away.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. The recommended maximum dose for long-term use is 2 grams per day. Can be used concurrently with warfarin only if INR values are monitored. Consider paracetamol in OTC drugs and combination products. Risk of poisoning with daily doses over 4 grams. (updated 14.4.2025)