Panadol Rapid Caplets

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500mg Paracetamol

Pain shouldn’t get in the way of living life to the fullest.

Panadol Rapid contains sodium bicarbonate, enabling it to be absorbed twice as fast as regular Panadol Tablets and helping you get back to the things you enjoy, fast. When you want fast pain relief from headaches, toothaches and body aches, choose Panadol Rapid. Like other Panadol tablets and caplets, Panadol Rapid is gentle on the stomach.

What does it relieve?
Headache/tension headache, migraine headache, toothache, muscular aches, cold & flu symptoms, period pain. Panadol Rapid also reduces fever.

What's the format?
Caplets are oval shaped, as well as film-coated, making them easier to swallow and leaving no bitter aftertaste.

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Dosage information (Paracetamol 500mg)

Age Dose How often
12 - Adult 1-2 caplets Taken every 4-6 hours as required (maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours)

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  • Panadol Rapid Caplets - 20 Caplets pack
  • Panadol Rapid Caplets - 20 Caplets pack

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  • Panadol Rapid Soluble

    Panadol Rapid Soluble

    Panadol Rapid Soluble comes in the form of effervescent tablets that break down in contact with water or another liquid, dissolving into a lemon-flavoured oral solution.

    Panadol Rapid Soluble is a great option if you want fast pain relief and prefer taking an oral solution to the traditional pill form.

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    • Headache/tension headache
    • Toothache
    • Cold and flu symptoms
    • Migraine headache
    • Muscular aches
    • Arthritis and osteoarthritis
    • Backache
    • Period pain
    • Fever
  • Panadol Rapid Fast Pain Relief

    Panadol Rapid Handipak

    In today’s increasingly fast-paced world, many of us are on the go now more than ever, which is why we created Panadol Rapid Handipak.

    Panadol Rapid Handipak is a slim, easy-to-carry pack of ten Panadol Rapid Caplets, so whether you’re a busy parent or a frequent flyer, you’ll always have fast relief from pain and fever at your fingertips, in a size that is easy to take with you.

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    • Headache/tension headache
    • Toothache
    • Cold and flu symptoms
    • Migraine headache
    • Muscular aches
    • Arthritis and osteoarthritis
    • Backache
    • Period pain
    • Fever

Changes are coming to paracetamol pack sizes in Australia –Find out more here

Usage directions, ingredients and warnings

Before using Panadol Rapid Caplets, be sure to check the product ingredients and directions for use, and make sure you are familiar with any warnings and precautions.

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Place Caplet(s) in mouth and swallow with water.

Young Man taking Caplet(s) with water from a glass

Active ingredient: 500mg Paracetamol

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Incorrect use could be harmful.

8 caplets contain 1.4g (60mmol) sodium, which should be taken into account by those on a low sodium diet.

Enquiries

If you would like any further information regarding Panadol products, please call our INFOLINE (Freecall) Australia on 1-800-028-533

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