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Calpol 500mg Tablet
Salt Composition: PARACETAMOL
- Manufacturer: GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Pack Size: 15 TABLET(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: TABLET
- Strength: 500MG
- No Prescription Required
- Storage: Do not store above 30°C Do not refrigerate or freeze. Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets If you missed the dosing schedule, inform your healthcare professional immediately and reschedule.
₹13.00₹14.26
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Product Introduction
Calpol 500mg Tablet contains paracetamol as the active ingredient. It is an analgesic and antipyretic used to relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce fever, including symptoms associated with cold and flu.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to paracetamol or any other ingredients in the tablet. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop an allergic reaction, including rash or breathing problems.
This tablet is not recommended for children under 10 years of age.
Inform your physician if you have liver disease or kidney problems. Notify your physician if you have a history of alcohol abuse.
Do not take any other medicines containing paracetamol while using Calpol 500mg Tablet. Avoid alcohol consumption during treatment with this tablet. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Contact your physician immediately if you experience swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, face, lips, or throat after taking this tablet.
Uses
Mild to moderate pain To reduce fever
How it works
Calpol 500mg Tablet reduces fever by inhibiting the formulation and release of hormone-like substances (prostaglandins) in the CNS and by inhibiting substances like endogenous pyrogens at the hypothalamic thermoregulator center. The analgesic activity of paracetamol is by inhibiting cyclooxygenase enzymes, particularly COX-3, in the CNS.
How to Use
Always take Calpol 500mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on the disease condition and other factors. Do not overdose on the medicine.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Itchy skin Constipation Nausea Vomiting Headache Insomnia Agitation Serious Liver injury Pneumonitis Skin reactions
Expert Tips
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. Do not take this medicine for more than 10 days in a row, unless directed by your doctor. Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
References
- Paracetamol 500mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). www.medicines.org.uk. Published September 2022. Accessed May 18, 2023. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/5164/smpc
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs and Antipyretics-Analgesics, 7th edition, 2013, 206-207.
- Goodman & Gilmanâs, The Pharmacological Basics of Therapeutics, Anti-inflammatory, Antipyretic, and Analgesic Agents; Pharmacotherapy of Gout, 12th edition, 2011, 982-984.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: Consult your doctor Inform your physician if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy during the treatment. If necessary, Calpol 500mg Tablet can be used in low doses during pregnancy
Lungs: unsafe Calpol 500mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disease. Inform your physician if you have any liver diseases before initiating the treatment.
Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor Calpol 500mg Tablet can be used in low doses during breastfeeding. Inform your physician if you are nursing a child.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.