Paracetamol - 500mg Effervescent Tablets (24)

Paracetamol - 500mg Effervescent Tablets (24)

Paracetamol 500mg Effervescent Tablets are soluable paracetamol tablets to be dissolved in a glass of water and are used to treat mild-moderate pain in children and adults over the age of 12. 

Paracetamol is the most commonly used pain killer in the UK and is known to be effective in reducing pain associated with the following causes:

• Toothache
• Headache
• Period pain
• Joint and muscle pain
• Post-operative pain 

It is also now known that paracetamol is highly effective in the use of reducing high temperatures which are often a symptom of cold and flu.

Paracetamol can also help lower high temperatures caused by mild infections. 

Who can take Paracetamol?

• Most people aged 16 and over can take Paracetamol. You can also take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Who may not be able to take Paracetamol?

Paracetamol is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you:

• have ever had an allergic reaction to paracetamol or any other medicine
• have liver or kidney problems
• regularly drink more than the maximum amount of alcohol recommended (14 units a week)

If you weigh less than 50kg (8 stone), check with your doctor or pharmacist. You may need to take a lower dose.

Dental profession specific information for Paracetamol

Dental practitioners' formulary:

• Paracetamol Tablets may be prescribed.
• Paracetamol Soluble Tablets 500 mg may be prescribed.
• Paracetamol Oral Suspension may be prescribed.

Contents

• 24 x 500mg Paracetamol Effervescent Tablets

References and useful links for more information on Paracetamol:

• National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE): https://bnf.nice.org.uk/drugs/paracetamol/
• NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/paracetamol-for-adults/
• Report an issue with a medicine to the MHRA Yellow Card scheme: https://yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk/