Panadol Extend
Panadol Extend is a pain and fever medicine that relieves pain and reduces fever, with its effect lasting up to 8 hours due to a unique two-layer release system.
Form
säädellysti vapauttava tabletti
Strength
665 mg
Active Ingredient
Paracetamol
Manufacturer
Haleon Denmark ApS
How to Use
Dosage
For adults and children over 12 years (40 kg and above): 1-2 tablets up to 3 times a day.
Method
Swallow tablets whole. Do not suck or chew. Can be taken with or without food.
Important
Maximum 6 tablets per day. Do not take more often than every 6 hours.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Allergic reaction, such as rash, itching, difficulty breathing, or swelling of lips, tongue, throat, or face.
- •Peeling skin, skin rashes, or blisters.
- •Mouth sores.
- •Breathing problems, especially if you have had them before with aspirin or other anti-inflammatory pain relievers.
- •Blood problems, such as unusual bleeding or bruising.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to paracetamol or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Consult a doctor before use if you have heart failure, kidney or liver disease, or alcohol problems, or if you use this medicine long-term.
- This medicine contains paracetamol. Taking too much paracetamol can cause severe liver damage and can be life-threatening.
- Do not use this medicine with other paracetamol-containing prescription or over-the-counter medicines for pain, fever, cold, or flu symptoms.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose. If you have taken too much medicine or if a child has taken medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or poison control center immediately.
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- Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet.
- If you are taking flucloxacillin (an antibiotic), talk to your doctor, as there is a serious risk of a blood and fluid imbalance (metabolic acidosis) which requires urgent treatment. Symptoms include severe breathing difficulties, tiredness, nausea, and vomiting.
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)